Description
Prepare to embark on a flavor-packed adventure with the delightful Mediterranean Chicken Gyros! This classic Greek dish combines tender, marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and the creamy goodness of tzatziki sauce, all nestled within the warm embrace of a pita bread.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 4 large pita breads or flatbreads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and let it marinate for at least an hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
2. Grill the chicken over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it’s cooked through and slightly charred. Alternatively, pan-sear the chicken until golden-brown.
3. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
4. Combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (with excess water squeezed out), minced garlic, olive oil, fresh dill (or dried), lemon juice, and a pinch of salt for the tzatziki sauce. Stir until well-blended and refrigerate.
5. Warm the pita breads or flatbreads, layer with shredded lettuce, sliced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. Top with tzatziki sauce and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
You can prepare components ahead of time. The chicken can be marinated and grilled in advance.
Serve with Greek salad, roasted vegetables, or hummus with pita chips.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 400
- Calories: 2
- Sugar: 600
- Sodium: 20
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 80
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 30
- Protein: undefined
- Cholesterol: 30