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Flavorful Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl Recipe with Easy Homemade Tzatziki and Feta

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A quick and easy Greek chicken gyro bowl featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs, fresh veggies, tangy homemade tzatziki, and salty feta cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep with a burst of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup (240ml) Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • ½ English cucumber, peeled and grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or fresh mint)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice or warm pita bread (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce or mixed greens
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Optional: Kalamata olives, sliced

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken (10 minutes prep, 1 hour optional rest): In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour if possible.
  2. Prepare the Tzatziki (10 minutes): Grate peeled cucumber and squeeze out excess water. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and refrigerate.
  3. Cook the Chicken (10-15 minutes): Heat skillet over medium-high heat with a little olive oil if needed. Cook chicken thighs 5-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Prepare the Bowl Base (5 minutes): Warm rice or pita. Slice cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chop greens. Crumble feta cheese.
  5. Assemble the Gyro Bowl: Start with rice or pita, layer sliced chicken, veggies, and a dollop of tzatziki. Sprinkle with feta and olives if using. Drizzle olive oil and squeeze lemon if desired.

Notes

Let chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Drain cucumber thoroughly for tzatziki to avoid watery sauce. Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour if possible for deeper flavor. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken. Tzatziki can be made ahead and chilled for better flavor. Variations include swapping chicken for halloumi or chickpeas for vegetarian, or using cauliflower rice for low-carb.

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Keywords: Greek chicken gyro bowl, homemade tzatziki, feta cheese, Mediterranean, easy dinner, meal prep, healthy chicken recipe

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