Description
Healthy and Delicious Chicken Gyro Bowls are a quick, protein-packed meal layered with grilled chicken, creamy tzatziki, crisp veggies, and optional grains. Perfect for busy weeknights or vibrant meal prep!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
1 cup cooked rice, quinoa, or your favorite grain (optional)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill or mint (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Let it marinate for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill or mint, salt, and pepper. Chill in the fridge to let the flavors meld.Cook the Chicken:
Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high. Cook the marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F). Let it rest, then slice.Assemble the Bowls:
In each bowl, layer rice or quinoa (if using), chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Add a dollop of tzatziki and sprinkle with parsley.Serve and Enjoy!
Serve immediately or store components separately for easy meal prep.
Notes
For low-carb or keto-friendly, skip the grain base.
Marinate the chicken overnight for even more flavor.
Store leftover components separately for up to 4 days.
Add feta or kalamata olives for extra Mediterranean flair.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled or Skillet
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg