Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Greek Chicken Quinoa Gyro Bowl, a wholesome dish that brings together marinated grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, and fresh vegetables, all drizzled with creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal, this bowl is not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill or oven to 400°F (200°C). Cook marinated chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Prepare vegetables: While the chicken cooks, dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Assemble bowls: Slice the cooked chicken and layer quinoa at the bottom of each bowl. Top with sliced chicken, diced veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg