Description
Succulent, marinated chicken in a warm pita, paired with creamy tzatziki sauce and fresh veggies, this delightful dish captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 juice of lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain yogurt (preferably Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cucumber finely grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt, to taste
- 4 pita bread
- Sliced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess. Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Warm the pita bread slightly. Place slices of grilled chicken in the center, then top with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and sliced red onions.
- Fold the pita over the filling, take a big bite, and savor your homemade Greek Chicken Gyros!
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Greek Chicken Gyros, Tzatziki, Mediterranean