Description
Chicken Gyro Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce are a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors, featuring tender marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy tzatziki sauce. This vibrant dish is perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Each bowl bursts with color and taste, making it an instant crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber (preferably English)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Optional: Pita bread (2 pieces)
- 4 cups mixed greens or lettuce
- 1 medium tomato
- 1 small red onion
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through and charred.
- 3. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (drained), minced garlic, lemon juice, dill (or mint), salt, and pepper until creamy.
- 4. Chop Veggies: Dice tomatoes and red onion while chicken cooks.
- 5. Assemble Bowls: Slice grilled chicken into strips and layer mixed greens in each bowl with chicken, diced veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
- 6. Serve & Enjoy: Warm pita bread if using; enjoy your flavorful bowls!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 115mg