Mediterranean Gyro Bowls Recipe
Mediterranean Gyro Bowls combine tender, marinated chicken with fresh vegetables, tangy tzatziki sauce, and hearty brown rice for a flavorful and balanced meal inspired by classic Greek flavors. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep option, featuring a vibrant mix of herbs and spices that deliver authentic Mediterranean taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (low fat or full fat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (low fat or full fat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon grated garlic (increase to 1 teaspoon if extra garlicky flavor desired)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cucumber (or diced cucumber)
Bowl Toppings
- 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/3 cup kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Base
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken marinade: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, grated garlic, chopped parsley, olive oil, dried oregano, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Stir together until fully blended. Add the cubed chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Let the chicken marinate for 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Make the tzatziki sauce: While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce by stirring together the Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, chopped dill, grated garlic, shredded cucumber, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. Refrigerate the sauce until ready to serve to let flavors meld.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom. Spread the marinated chicken pieces into a single layer in the skillet. Allow the chicken to brown without moving it for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip each piece over. Continue cooking for an additional 4 to 5 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink inside.
- Assemble the gyro bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice evenly among serving bowls. Top each bowl with cooked chicken, diced cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Finish by adding a generous dollop of the chilled tzatziki sauce on top. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes; for deeper flavor, marinate up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the amount of garlic in tzatziki to suit your taste preferences.
- To save time, use pre-cooked or leftover brown rice.
- For a low-carb version, substitute brown rice with cauliflower rice.
- Make extra tzatziki sauce to use as a refreshing dip or salad dressing.
- Leftover gyro bowls store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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