Fresh Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls with Tzatziki
Enjoy the flavors of a Greek gyro in a healthy bowl! This easy recipe features lemon-oregano marinated chicken, quinoa, fresh veggies, feta, and a simple homemade tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
(Based on 1x column, assumes 2-4 servings)
Chicken & Implied Marinade:
- ▢ 1 lb chicken breast, boneless, skinless
- ▢ Implied Marinade: Approx. 2-3 tbsp lemon juice, 1-2 cloves minced garlic, 1-2 tsp dried oregano, salt, pepper, olive oil (mix and marinate chicken for at least 30 mins)
Bowl Components:
- ▢ 2 cups cooked quinoa
- ▢ 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
- ▢ 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ▢ 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Tzatziki Sauce:
- ▢ 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- ▢ 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ▢ 1 garlic clove, minced
- ▢ (Highly Recommended Addition: 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill)
Garnish (Optional):
- ▢ Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill), chopped
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken (Implied Step):
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces or leave whole for grilling/searing.
- In a bowl, combine chicken with approximate marinade ingredients: lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or longer in the refrigerator).
2. Cook Quinoa (if needed):
- Cook quinoa according to package directions if you don’t have pre-cooked quinoa. Keep warm or let cool slightly.
3. Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and the minced garlic. (Stir in 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill here if using).
- Season with a pinch of salt and pepper if desired. Set aside (can be made ahead and refrigerated).
4. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a touch of oil to the skillet if using.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard excess marinade).
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and nicely browned or charred, about 5-7 minutes per side if whole, less if bite-sized pieces.
- Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly if cooked whole.
5. Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide the cooked quinoa evenly among your serving bowls.
- Top the quinoa with the sliced cooked chicken.
- Arrange the sliced cucumbers and halved cherry tomatoes in the bowls.
- Drizzle generously with the homemade tzatziki sauce.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top.
6. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or dill), if desired.
- Serve the Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls immediately.