Name: Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts; 3 tbsp olive oil; 3 tbsp lemon juice; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp ground cumin; ½ tsp paprika; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat); ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried); Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or couscous; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cucumber, chopped; ½ red onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens; ½ cup Kalamata olives (optional); ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Description

Looking for a fresh, flavorful, and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare? These Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce are a perfect blend of Mediterranean spices, juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy homemade tzatziki. It’s a colorful and healthy dish that brings bold Greek flavors to your table in an easy-to-assemble bowl format.

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Ingredients

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For the Greek Chicken:

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bowl Base:

2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or couscous
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, chopped
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
½ cup Kalamata olives (optional)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours).

Step 2: Make the Tzatziki Sauce
Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Mix well, taste, and adjust seasoning.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred.
Rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips or bite-sized pieces.

Step 4: Prepare the Bowl Ingredients
While the chicken cooks, prepare your grains and chop vegetables.
Warm rice, quinoa, or couscous if desired.

Step 5: Assemble the Bowls
Start with a base of rice or grains.
Add chicken slices, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, lettuce, olives, and feta.
Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce.
Garnish with extra dill or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Marinate Longer – For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for several hours or overnight.
Use Chicken Thighs – They stay juicy and are more flavorful than breasts.
Chill the Sauce – Tzatziki tastes best after resting in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Make It Low Carb – Swap grains for cauliflower rice or a bed of greens.
Add Crunch – Top with pita chips or toasted pine nuts for texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cuisine: Greek