Ingredients
– For the Chicken Marinade:
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– For the Bowls:
– 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown) or quinoa
– 1 medium cucumber, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
– ½ cup feta cheese (optional)
– For the Tzatziki Sauce:
– 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1 small cucumber, grated and drained
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh dill or mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Chicken Gyro Bowls can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prep the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge).
3. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside in the fridge to chill.
4. Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
5. Rest and Slice: Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
6. Assemble the Bowls: Begin with a base of rice or quinoa in each bowl. Top with slices of grilled chicken, diced cucumbers, bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shredded romaine lettuce.
7. Add Feta and Sauce: Sprinkle with feta cheese if desired and drizzle generous amounts of tzatziki sauce on top.
8. Garnish: Optionally, add fresh dill or mint for garnish.
Following these steps carefully will ensure that you create Chicken Gyro Bowls that are just as delectable as those found in a restaurant.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 525 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g