Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki, a delightful Mediterranean dish that brings a taste of the sun-kissed shores right to your table. This recipe features juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy cucumber tzatziki sauce all wrapped in warm pita bread. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these gyros are both quick to prepare and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner option, this healthy meal is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Fresh dill (optional)
- Pita bread
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Red onion slices
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil and lemon juice. Add chicken thighs and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare Cucumber Tzatziki: In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, salt, and dill (if using). Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through.
- Assemble Gyros: Warm pita bread slightly. Slice cooked chicken into strips and layer with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and tzatziki sauce in the pita.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg