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Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls

Savor the Flavor with Easy Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls

Enjoy Mediterranean bliss with these Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls, featuring marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and homemade tzatziki, all in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breast
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil adds richness and moisture
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar can swap with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano fresh oregano works too
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
For the Bowls
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice or cauliflower rice for low-carb option
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Cucumber
  • ½ cup Red Onion thinly sliced or pickled
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives optional
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese or avocado for vegan
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or Skillet
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, ground cumin, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  3. Cook Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Grill or sauté chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Rest and Slice: Transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.
  5. Assemble Bowls: In individual bowls, start with a base of cooked rice, layer sliced chicken, and add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Drizzle with tzatziki sauce, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and enjoy with warm pita bread if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your bowls with seasonal vegetables and additional toppings based on dietary preferences.

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