Description
Greek Chicken Gyros are a deliciously vibrant dish that brings the Mediterranean right to your kitchen. With juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm pita bread, this meal is perfect for any occasion. Simple ingredients and straightforward preparation make these gyros a delightful choice for lunch or dinner, impressing family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 thick pita breads
- 1 cup grated cucumber
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: Mix chicken breasts, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Let marinate for at least 1 hour.
- 2. Prepare the tzatziki sauce: In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- 3. Cook the chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- 4. Warm the pita: Heat pita bread in a dry skillet or oven at low heat until soft.
- 5. Assemble gyros: Slice cooked chicken into strips and layer on warm pita with tzatziki sauce and desired toppings (lettuce, tomatoes).
- 6. Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg