Name: Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl with Creamy Tzatziki Feta Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; Zest and juice of 1 lemon; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt; 1 small cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp olive oil; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous; Sliced cucumber; Cherry tomatoes, halved; Red onion, thinly sliced; Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced; Fresh parsley or dill, chopped

Description

Enjoy a taste of Greece with this flavorful Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl topped with a creamy Tzatziki Feta sauce. This dish is a perfect balance of protein, grains, and fresh vegetables, making it a satisfying and wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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Greek Chicken:

1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Creamy Tzatziki Feta:

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 small cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Bowl Base:

2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
Sliced cucumber
Cherry tomatoes, halved
Red onion, thinly sliced
Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
Fresh parsley or dill, chopped

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Instructions

Greek Chicken: In a bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly golden.

Creamy Tzatziki Feta: In a small food processor or bowl, combine feta, Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend or whisk until smooth to create creamy tzatziki feta.
Assemble bowls: With your grain base, top with cooked chicken, vegetables, and olives. Dollop creamy tzatziki feta over the top and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can customize your bowl with additional toppings like hummus, roasted red peppers, or pickled onions.
This recipe is versatile – feel free to swap ingredients based on your preferences.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Seared, Assembling
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 840 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg