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Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Mediterranean, Chicken
  • Method: Grilled, No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Greek

Description

 

These delicious Greek Chicken Gyros are filled with juicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy cucumber tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. The perfect Mediterranean meal! #GreekGyros #ChickenGyros #TzatzikiSauce #MediterraneanFood #HealthyMeal #GrilledChicken #PitaBread #GreekRecipe


Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken:
    • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    For the Tzatziki Sauce:

    • 1 cup Greek yogurt
    • 1/2 cucumber, grated
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    For the Gyros:

    • 4 pita breads
    • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1 tomato, chopped
    • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken:
    In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Cook the Chicken:
    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest, then slice into strips.
  • Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
    In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Assemble the Gyros:
    Warm the pita breads and spread each with tzatziki sauce. Add the sliced chicken, red onion, tomato, and parsley. Roll up and serve immediately.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 gyro (1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 430 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg