Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe: A Flavor-Packed Mediterranean Delight 🥙✨

Greek Chicken Gyros are a mouthwatering combination of tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. This classic Mediterranean street food is packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week!

Cooking Time ⏳

• Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes (excluding marinating)
• Servings: 4

My Cooking Experience 👩‍🍳

With over 4-5 years of cooking experience, I’ve discovered the secret to making the most flavorful and juicy Greek Chicken Gyros. The key lies in the marinade, which infuses the chicken with bold Mediterranean flavors for an authentic taste.

Ingredients 🛒

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 2 large chicken breasts (sliced thin)
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber (grated and drained)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (chopped)
• Salt to taste

For Assembling the Gyros:

• 4 pita breads
• 1/2 red onion (sliced)
• 1 tomato (diced)
• 1/2 cucumber (sliced)
• Lettuce (optional)
• Feta cheese (optional)

Instructions 🍽️

1. Marinate the Chicken 🍗

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for maximum flavor).

2. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce 🥒

Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, and salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.

3. Cook the Chicken 🔥

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.

4. Assemble the Gyros 🥙

Warm the pita bread, then layer with lettuce, cooked chicken, red onion, tomato, cucumber, and tzatziki sauce. Sprinkle with feta cheese if desired. Wrap and serve immediately.

Variations 🔄

• Lamb Gyros: Swap chicken for lamb strips marinated in the same seasonings.
• Vegetarian Option: Use grilled halloumi or falafel instead of chicken.
• Spicy Twist: Add a dash of chili flakes to the marinade for extra heat.
• Low-Carb Version: Serve over a salad instead of in a pita.

Equipment You’ll Need 🔪

• Mixing bowls
• Grill pan or skillet
• Tongs
• Knife and cutting board
• Grater

Why You’ll Love It ❤️

• Authentic Mediterranean Flavors 🌿
• Quick and Easy to Make ⏳
• Perfect for Meal Prep 🍽️
• Customizable with Various Toppings 🥙

Nutritional Information 📊

• Calories: ~450 per gyro
• Protein: 38g
• Carbs: 40g
• Fat: 15g

Storage Tips ❄️

• Refrigeration: Store leftover chicken and tzatziki in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: Freeze marinated raw chicken for up to 3 months.
• Reheating: Warm chicken in a skillet or microwave before assembling.

Conclusion 🏁

These Greek Chicken Gyros bring bold Mediterranean flavors to your kitchen with minimal effort. Whether for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! 🥙✨

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Greek Chicken Gyros

Greek Chicken Gyros are a mouthwatering combination of tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. This classic Mediterranean street food is packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Breakfast

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• For the Chicken Marinade:
• 2 large chicken breasts sliced thin
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• For the Tzatziki Sauce:
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber grated and drained
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley chopped
• Salt to taste
• For Assembling the Gyros:
• 4 pita breads
• 1/2 red onion sliced
• 1 tomato diced
• 1/2 cucumber sliced
• Lettuce optional
• Feta cheese optional

Method

 

1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for maximum flavor).
2. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, and salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
4. Warm the pita bread, then layer with lettuce, cooked chicken, red onion, tomato, cucumber, and tzatziki sauce. Sprinkle with feta cheese if desired. Wrap and serve immediately.

Notes

• Refrigeration: Store leftover chicken and tzatziki in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: Freeze marinated raw chicken for up to 3 months.
• Reheating: Warm chicken in a skillet or microwave before assembling.