Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki, where juicy marinated chicken meets crisp vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce all wrapped in warm pita bread. This delightful dish is perfect for casual family dinners or meal prepping for the week ahead. With its combination of tangy lemon, fresh veggies, and a smooth yogurt sauce, you’ll feel transported to the Mediterranean with every bite. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, these gyros can be tailored to your taste preferences, making them a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt
- Warm pita bread
- Sliced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced red onion
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil and lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Add chicken thighs, ensuring they’re well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (with excess water squeezed out), minced garlic, olive oil, and salt in a bowl. Chill until serving.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken thighs for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble gyros by placing sliced chicken on warm pita and topping with tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg