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A bowl of Greek Chicken Gyro Pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese
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Greek Chicken Gyro Pasta

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 540kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 oz whole wheat penne or rotini pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.5 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and sear for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • While chicken cooks, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and chopped dill in a small bowl to create the dressing.
  • Drain the pasta and return it to the pot or a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion to the pasta.
  • Fold in the Greek yogurt dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately.