Description
Succulent grilled chicken served in warm pita with creamy tzatziki, fresh lettuce, and vibrant tomatoes, capturing the essence of Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, coating them well, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for better flavor).
- Prepare the tzatziki by mixing diced cucumbers, Greek yogurt, dill, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl; refrigerate.
- Heat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
- Assemble gyros by placing sliced chicken in each pita, topping with tzatziki, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious gyros!
Notes
Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Chill the tzatziki hours prior to serving for best results. Feel free to customize with additional toppings like olives or feta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg