Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of grilled chicken gyros, a perfect blend of succulent marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this easy recipe will elevate your gatherings and leave everyone craving more. With vibrant colors and irresistible aromas, these gyros are not just a meal; they are an experience that brings joy to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 4 pita breads
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add diced chicken breasts and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. Combine Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Preheat Grill: Heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Grill Chicken: Cook marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Warm Pita: Toast pita breads on the grill or in a skillet for about 1 minute per side.
- Assemble Gyros: Slice grilled chicken into strips and place on warm pita with lettuce, tomato slices, red onion rings, and tzatziki sauce. Wrap tightly and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg