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Delicious Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Delicious Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls for Effortless Weeknight Wins

Delicious Greek Chicken Gyro Bowls for Quick Weeknight Dinners, featuring marinated chicken thighs, fresh veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • grill or skillet
  • resealable bag
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

Marinade

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breast
  • 0.25 cup olive oil moistens the marinade
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar can be swapped with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano can also use fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Bowls

  • 4 cups cooked rice or cauliflower rice for low-carb
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced or halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion thinly sliced or pickled
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives optional
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese can be left out for vegan version
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended and fragrant.
  • Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag. Pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or for optimal flavor, up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
  • Remove excess marinade from the chicken thighs. Grill or sear them for 5-7 minutes on each side, checking for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Give the cooked chicken a few minutes to rest off the heat, then slice into thin strips.
  • In serving bowls, layer a generous scoop of cooked rice, followed by sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
  • Drizzle each bowl with creamy tzatziki sauce and top with fresh parsley.

Notes

These gyro bowls are perfect for impressing family or friends and can be customized to suit dietary preferences.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword chicken gyro bowls, easy weeknight meals, Healthy Recipes, meal prep, Mediterranean dinner, quick dinners
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