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Close up view of Chicken Gyro Bowls showing the golden-brown herb seasoning on the chicken breast strips.

Chicken Gyro Bowls with Fluffy Rice and Creamy Tzatziki

These Chicken Gyro Bowls feature herb-seasoned seared chicken, fluffy white rice, and crisp Mediterranean vegetables topped with thick tzatziki. A vibrant, high-protein meal prep option that is healthy, flavorful, and easy to assemble.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bowl Components
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast 680g, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano 15g
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder 5g
  • 1.5 cups White Rice 285g, dry weight
  • 1 large English Cucumber 300g, diced
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes 250g, halved
  • 1/2 large Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives 75g, pitted
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt 245g, full-fat
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil 45ml, divided

Equipment

  • 1 12-Inch Cast-Iron Skillet Required for a perfect golden sear.
  • 1 Chef's Knife For precise vegetable dicing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss chicken strips with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, and salt. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Rinse rice until clear. Combine with water and salt, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15-18 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes.
Cooking and Assembly
  1. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear until a deep golden-brown crust forms, about 4 minutes per side.
  2. Layer rice in bowls. Arrange chicken and vegetables in sections. Top with a dollop of tzatziki, an olive oil drizzle, and dried oregano.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for a better sear.
Squeeze cucumber juice out completely for thick tzatziki.