Mediterranean Chicken Gyro Rice Bowl with Whipped Garlic Feta


Ingredients
For the Chicken Gyro

1 ½ lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

2 tbsp olive oil

Juice and zest of 1 lemon

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp ground cumin

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

For the Rice

1 cup long-grain white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Pinch of salt

For the Whipped Garlic Feta

¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

½ cup Greek yogurt

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin if needed)

Bowl Toppings

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup cucumber, diced

½ cup shredded romaine lettuce

¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced

½ cup kalamata olives

Optional: extra parsley or dill

Directions

  1. Cook the Rice

Rinse rice under cold water until clear.

In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil.

Add rice and olive oil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–18 minutes until tender.

Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in parsley and a pinch of salt.

  1. Marinate & Cook the Chicken

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

Coat chicken thoroughly and marinate 20–30 minutes.

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).

Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

  1. Prepare the Whipped Garlic Feta

In a bowl or food processor, combine feta, Greek yogurt, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Blend or whisk until smooth and creamy.

Add warm water gradually until silky and drizzleable.

  1. Assemble the Bowls

Divide rice among serving bowls.

Top with sliced gyro chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, romaine, red onion, and olives.

Spoon or drizzle whipped garlic feta over the top.

  1. Serve

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Serve warm with extra lemon wedges on the side.

Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Serving – Serves 4)

Calories: 560 kcal

Protein: 42g

Carbohydrates: 45g

Fat: 24g

Saturated Fat: 8g

Fiber: 4g

Sugar: 5g

Sodium: 830mg

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