Description
A delicious and flavorful recipe for Chicken Gyros, perfect for grilling enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- While the chicken is resting, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, dill, minced garlic, and diced cucumber. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips. Warm the pita breads on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.
- To assemble the gyros, place a generous amount of sliced chicken on each pita. Top with tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and any additional toppings you prefer.
- Roll up the pita around the filling and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Substitute the chicken with grilled vegetables or lamb for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg