Flavorful Chicken Gyro Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce
These flavorful chicken gyro bowls with tzatziki sauce are a fresh, satisfying meal packed with Mediterranean taste and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 bowls
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Meal Prep, Mediterranean
- Method: Grilled or Pan-Seared, Assembled
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or mint
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Bowls:
1 cup cooked rice, couscous, or quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Optional: olives, pita wedges, or shredded lettuce
Instructions
Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
Cook Chicken: Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
Make Tzatziki: Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.
Assemble Bowls: Divide base (rice, couscous, or quinoa) among bowls. Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, feta, and parsley. Drizzle generously with tzatziki.
Serve: Add optional toppings like olives or pita if desired. Serve warm or cold.
Notes
Make it low-carb by swapping the grain for cauliflower rice or chopped romaine.
Meal prep-friendly: store chicken, tzatziki, and toppings separately and assemble when ready.
Use store-bought tzatziki for convenience.
Pairs well with lemon potatoes or hummus on the side.
