Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl with Honey Garlic Feta

Greek Chicken Gyro Bowl with Honey Garlic Feta

🛒 Ingredients (4 servings)

🔹 Greek Chicken Marinade

• 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1½ tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

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🔹 Honey Garlic Feta

• 6 oz feta cheese, crumbled or in a block

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 clove garlic, finely grated

• 1 tbsp warm water (to thin, optional)

• 1 tsp olive oil

• Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)

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🔹 Bowl Base Options

Choose one or mix:

• 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice

• Quinoa

• Cauliflower rice

• Chopped romaine lettuce

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🔹 Fresh Toppings

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup cucumber, diced

• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced

• ½ cup Kalamata olives

• Fresh parsley or dill

• Lemon wedges

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🔹 Optional Tzatziki

• 1 cup Greek yogurt

• ½ cucumber, grated & squeezed dry

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp fresh dill

• Salt to taste

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, zest, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.

2. Add chicken and coat well.

3. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour (best 4–8 hours).

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2️⃣ Cook the Chicken

Grill method:

• Preheat grill to medium-high.

• Cook 5–7 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.

Stovetop method:

• Heat skillet over medium-high with a drizzle of olive oil.

• Cook 6–8 minutes per side.

• Rest 5 minutes, then slice.

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3️⃣ Make Honey Garlic Feta

1. In a small bowl, mix honey, garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes.

2. Drizzle over feta.

3. Add a splash of warm water if you want a more spoonable consistency.

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4️⃣ Prepare Tzatziki (Optional)

Mix all ingredients until creamy. Chill until ready to serve.

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5️⃣ Assemble the Bowl

1. Add rice (or base) to bowl.

2. Top with sliced chicken.

3. Add tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives.

4. Spoon tzatziki on one side.

5. Finish with honey garlic feta.

6. Garnish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon.

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🔥 Meal Prep Tips

• Store components separately for up to 4 days.

• Reheat chicken and rice; add fresh toppings after.

• Honey feta can be made 3 days ahead.

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💡 Optional Add-Ons

• Warm pita wedges

• Hummus

• Roasted red peppers

• Pickled red onions