National Gyro Day

High-Protein Chicken Gyro Bowl

Ingredients (1 large bowl)

For the chicken:

• 5–6 oz (150–170 g) chicken breast, sliced
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Juice of ½ lemon

For the base:

• ½ cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
• 1 cup romaine or mixed greens
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup cucumber, diced
• 2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced

Protein tzatziki sauce:

• ½ cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
• 1 scoop Iso Whey Vanilla Cake
• ¼ cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Season the chicken:
   Toss sliced chicken with olive oil, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook the chicken:
   Heat a skillet over medium-high and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes, until fully cooked and slightly golden.
3. Prepare the tzatziki:
   In a bowl, mix yogurt, protein powder, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
4. Assemble the bowl:
   Add quinoa or rice as the base, then layer greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
   Top with warm chicken and drizzle generously with protein tzatziki.

This high-protein chicken gyro bowl delivers bold Mediterranean flavor in a lighter, balanced way. With lean protein, fresh vegetables, and a protein-boosted sauce, it’s satisfying, fresh, and perfect for National Gyro Day.