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Chicken Gyro Bowl

A quick and easy Mediterranean-inspired bowl with marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and homemade tzatziki sauce. Gluten-free and perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons flat parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil plus 1-2 tablespoons for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • cucumber diced
  • Kalamata or black olives
  • cherry tomatoes quartered
  • feta cheese crumbled
  • red onion diced
  • orzo or brown rice cooked
  • parsley and/or dill fresh
  • lemon wedges for serving
  • tzatziki sauce homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • large skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped parsley, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until the marinade is smooth and well combined.
  2. Add the diced chicken to the marinade and toss to coat every piece thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor.
  3. While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining all tzatziki ingredients in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then refrigerate until serving.
  4. Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken without overcrowding the pan.
  5. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes without stirring, allowing it to develop a golden-brown crust on one side. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until all chicken pieces are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and discard any excess marinade.
  7. Assemble the bowls by starting with a base of cooked orzo or brown rice. Top with the cooked chicken, diced cucumber, olives, quartered cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and diced red onion.
  8. Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce, garnish with fresh parsley and/or dill, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

You can substitute chickpeas or romaine lettuce for the orzo or rice base. For best results, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken. Perfect for meal prep - store components separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Optional: serve with pita bread or pita crackers.
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