Greek Chicken Gyros
Greek Chicken Gyros are a delightful blend of marinated, grilled chicken wrapped in soft pita bread with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. This quick and customizable dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, allowing everyone to enjoy a taste of Greece at home in under 30 minutes. With aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients, these gyros promise to satisfy your cravings while keeping things healthy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken breasts and let soak for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- While resting, prepare toppings by slicing fresh vegetables.
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Warm pita bread on the grill or skillet for about a minute per side. Assemble gyros by filling each pita with sliced chicken, fresh veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg