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Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls Recipe

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Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal featuring marinated grilled chicken thighs served over a bed of rice, topped with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, kalamata olives, and drizzled with creamy tzatziki sauce. This easy-to-make recipe offers a delicious and healthy Mediterranean-inspired bowl perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Bowl Components

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, halved
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to blend all the flavors.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure each piece is evenly coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Preheat the Cooking Surface: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill or pan-sear the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Rest and Slice the Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and allow it to rest for a few minutes to retain juices. Then slice the chicken into thin strips suitable for topping the bowls.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls as the base. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, halved kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
  7. Add Tzatziki and Garnish: Drizzle each bowl generously with tzatziki sauce and finish by garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.
  8. Serve: Serve the bowls immediately to enjoy the fresh and bold Mediterranean flavors.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken longer, up to 4 hours, for more intense flavor.
  • Use brown rice instead of white rice to increase fiber content.
  • Homemade tzatziki sauce can enhance freshness, but store-bought works well for convenience.
  • If grilling is not available, pan-searing in a skillet is a great alternative.
  • Leftover bowls can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; add tzatziki fresh before serving to maintain texture.

Keywords: Greek chicken gyro bowls, Mediterranean chicken bowls, grilled chicken recipe, healthy chicken bowls, easy Greek dinner

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