Description
Bring the vibrant flavors of Greece to your kitchen with these Chicken Gyro Bowls. Juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty sauces come together in a colorful bowl that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 2 ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 pita breads or 2 cups cooked rice
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill, chopped)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- 3. Prepare Toppings: While the chicken cooks, chop cucumber and tomatoes; slice red onions.
- 4. Assemble Bowls: Slice cooked chicken into strips. Use warm pita bread or rice as a base and top with veggies and chicken.
- 5. Drizzle Sauce: Mix extra yogurt with lemon juice and herbs, drizzling over bowls before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg