Description
Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors with this easy Greek Chicken Gyros recipe. Juicy grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki wrapped in warm pita make every bite a delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 pita bread
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Slice the Chicken: Allow cooked chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Assemble Your Gyros: Warm pita bread and fill each with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and tzatziki sauce.
- Serve & Enjoy: Roll up or fold the pita and serve with extra lemon wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (250g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For maximum flavor, marinate chicken overnight. - Substitute chicken with lamb or tofu for variations. - Experiment with toppings like feta cheese or olives for added taste.