Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki. This delightful dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or planning a festive gathering. Tender chicken strips marinated in a zesty lemon-herb blend are grilled to perfection and served in warm pita bread with a refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Cut chicken into strips and coat well with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken strips for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Warm pita breads on the grill for about a minute until soft.
- Assemble your gyros by layering cooked chicken in warmed pita with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg