Description
Savor the layers of grilled chicken and fresh vegetables in these customizable Chicken Gyro Bowls, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium heat.
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for at least 20 minutes.
- Grill or cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing it.
- To assemble the bowls, start with a base of rice or quinoa.
- Top with sliced chicken, diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a generous drizzle of tzatziki.
- Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy!
Notes
For added crunch, consider roasting the vegetables lightly on the grill alongside the chicken. Leftovers can be stored separately in airtight containers for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Gyro, Mediterranean, Grilled Chicken, Quick Meal, Healthy Eating