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A vibrant Chicken Gyro Bowl with lemon-oregano chicken, rice, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta.

Homemade Chicken Gyro Bowl

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 545
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 0.5 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 0.5 cup tzatziki sauce

Method
 

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated, and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken in a single layer.
  4. Cook the chicken for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the exterior is browned and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  5. Divide the cooked rice equally among four serving bowls.
  6. Arrange the cooked chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives over the rice base.
  7. Garnish each bowl with crumbled feta cheese and a dollop of tzatziki sauce before serving.