Chicken Gyros
Savory chicken gyros bring a taste of the Mediterranean, featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki on warm pita bread.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tzatziki sauce
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- Warm pita bread
Instructions
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken for approximately 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Place the sliced chicken on warm pita bread.
- Top with tzatziki sauce, tomato slices, cucumber, and onion.
- Wrap the pita around your delicious filling and enjoy!
Notes
For the most flavorful chicken, let it marinate overnight if you have the time. Experiment with different toppings like feta cheese or pickled veggies for a unique flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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