Description
Grilled chicken gyros with tzatziki sauce are the perfect blend of juicy, marinated chicken and creamy, refreshing sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This Mediterranean delight is not only easy to prepare but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy weeknights, these gyros will impress your guests and leave everyone craving more. Get ready to savor the flavors of the Mediterranean in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let it rest before slicing.
- Combine grated cucumber (squeezed dry), Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Slice grilled chicken and place on warm pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce and any additional toppings you prefer.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg