Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki, a delightful wrap that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe features juicy, herb-marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served on warm pita bread, topped with creamy tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or enjoying a picnic outdoors, these gyros bring Mediterranean flair to your table. With their quick preparation time and customizable ingredients, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone’s cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- Lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cut chicken into strips and marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Warm pita breads on the grill or skillet until soft.
- Assemble gyros by layering cooked chicken, tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion in each pita.
- Serve immediately with extra tzatziki on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 482
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg