Description
Greek Chicken Gyros are a delightful blend of marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki wrapped in warm pita bread. This Mediterranean-inspired dish is not only flavorful but also brings people together, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a weeknight meal, these gyros will transport you to the sun-soaked shores of Greece with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cucumber, shredded
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: Crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- Prepare the tzatziki: Shred cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. Mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, shredded cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and fresh dill or mint until smooth.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the gyros: Place slices of grilled chicken on warm pita bread and top with tomatoes, red onions, and tzatziki sauce. Add crumbled feta cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg