Mediterranean Chicken Gyros
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these succulent and delicious chicken gyros, complete with a refreshing tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts, marinated
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 lettuce, shredded
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Ensure the chicken is well coated and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-cook the marinated chicken over medium-high heat until fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dried dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Warm the Pita: Heat pita breads in a pan or wrapped in aluminum foil in a warm oven.
- Assemble the Gyros: Layer sliced chicken, tzatziki, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and red onions on warm pita.
- Serve & Enjoy: Gather around the table and dive into this delicious Mediterranean feast.
Notes
Make sure to marinate the chicken for optimal flavor and enjoy leftovers within a few days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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