Description
Chicken Gyros are a delicious and easy-to-make meal bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy sauce wrapped in warm pita make for a satisfying dish any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 soft pita breads
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup sliced red onions
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare Your Grill: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble Your Gyros: Warm pita bread slightly. Layer sliced chicken with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and drizzle with your favorite sauce.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your homemade Chicken Gyros with extra veggies or toppings of choice.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add spices like paprika to the marinade.
- Substitute tzatziki with a creamy avocado dip for a unique twist.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg