Description
A delightful mix of juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki served over rice or pita, embodying the flavors of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion)
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Rice or pita (for serving)
- Feta cheese and olives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
- Make Tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, finely chopped cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and olive oil in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prepare the Veggies: Dice bell peppers, slice cucumbers, and chop tomatoes. Optionally, roast or grill them for added flavor.
- Assemble Your Bowls: Start with a base of rice or pita, then layer sliced chicken, fresh veggies, and top with tzatziki.
- Garnish with feta cheese and olives, if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize your bowl with additional toppings like cherry tomatoes, olives, and extra tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, gyro, Mediterranean, tzatziki, healthy