Description
Mediterranean Chicken Gyros are a quick and healthy meal that bursts with flavor in every bite. Tender, marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and wrapped in warm pita bread, topped with fresh veggies and a creamy yogurt sauce. This dish is not only customizable and visually appealing but also perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, ensuring everyone at the table will be asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and minced garlic in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While the chicken rests, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the sauce.
- Chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble each gyro by placing sliced chicken in warm pita bread and topping with fresh veggies and yogurt sauce.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg