Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Chicken Gyros, featuring marinated grilled chicken wrapped in warm pita with fresh veggies and a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (tomatoes, onions, lettuce)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cucumber, grated (for tzatziki)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add sliced chicken breasts and coat evenly; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Your Grill: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken on the grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Create the Tzatziki Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Assemble Your Gyros: Warm pita bread briefly on the grill. Layer grilled chicken slices with fresh veggies and drizzle tzatziki sauce on top. Wrap tightly and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Â Substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for variations.
- Customize toppings based on personal preference; try adding feta cheese or olives for an extra Mediterranean touch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyros (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg