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Top-down view of Chicken Gyro Bowls showing golden-brown chicken cubes and fresh Mediterranean toppings like feta and olives.

Chicken Gyro Bowls with Fluffy Basmati Rice and Creamy Tzatziki

These Chicken Gyro Bowls feature golden-brown seared chicken, fluffy basmati rice, and vibrant Mediterranean vegetables. A healthy, high-protein meal prep favorite topped with creamy tzatziki and salty feta cheese for the ultimate flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Base
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast Cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For searing
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
Fresh Toppings
  • 1.5 cups Basmati Rice Uncooked
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 large Cucumber Sliced
  • 1/2 small Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted
The Finish
  • 1/2 cup Tzatziki Sauce Thick and creamy
  • 1/4 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill Sprinkled over sauce

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet For searing the chicken
  • 1 Saucepan For cooking basmati rice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse 1.5 cups (285g) of basmati rice until water is clear. Cook in 3 cups (710ml) of salted water until fluffy. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Season 1.5 lbs (680g) cubed chicken breast with salt, pepper, and oregano. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Sear chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden-brown and cooked through.
Assembly
  1. Divide cooked rice into 4 bowls. Arrange chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and olives in distinct sections on top of the rice.
  2. Add a large dollop of tzatziki to the center. Sprinkle with dried dill, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.
Always pat the chicken dry before searing to ensure a golden crust.