Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean street food right to your home. This recipe features succulent marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread, complemented by a refreshing cucumber tzatziki sauce and crisp vegetables. Perfect for casual gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, these gyros can be tailored to suit your taste, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this wholesome meal in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread
- Sliced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Tzatziki: In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed of excess moisture), minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.
- Cook Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Assemble Gyros: Warm pita bread and fill with sliced chicken, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg