Description
These Greek Chicken Gyros are packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfect for lunch or dinner. Tender marinated chicken, creamy homemade tzatziki, and crisp vegetables wrapped in warm pita bread make this a satisfying meal you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you’re feeding your family or hosting a casual dinner, this recipe brings fresh Mediterranean flavor to your table.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
– 500g boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
– 1 cup Greek yogurt
– 1/2 cucumber, grated and water squeezed out
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
– Salt to taste
For Assembling:
– 4 pita breads
– 1 tomato, sliced
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– Lettuce leaves
– Extra toppings: crumbled feta, olives, cucumber slices (optional)
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken and stir to coat. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
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To make the tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and dill in a bowl. Season with salt and refrigerate.
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Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside to rest.
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Warm the pita breads in a skillet or oven.
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Spread tzatziki on each pita, then top with chicken, tomato, onion, and lettuce. Add extra toppings if desired.
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Fold the pita, wrap in parchment for easy eating, and serve immediately.
Notes
– For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
– Use whole wheat pitas for added fiber.
– Tzatziki can be made a day ahead for deeper flavor.
– You can substitute chicken with turkey breast if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes