“I’ve made this dozens of times and the family cannot get enough!”
This classic Greek dish features juicy, grilled chicken wrapped in warm pita bread with a creamy tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. It’s a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
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Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe:
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Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs | 2 pounds |
| Olive oil | 1/4 cup |
| Lemon juice | 3 tablespoons |
| Minced garlic | 3 cloves |
| Red wine vinegar | 1 tablespoon |
| Dried oregano | 2 teaspoons |
| Ground cumin | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground coriander | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/2 teaspoon |
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Greek yogurt | 1 cup |
| Grated cucumber (excess water squeezed out) | 1/2 cucumber |
| Minced garlic | 2 cloves |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon |
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Chopped fresh dill | 1 tablespoon (or 1 teaspoon dried dill) |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
For the Gyros Assembly:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pita breads or flatbreads | 4-6 |
| Chopped tomatoes | 1 cup |
| Sliced red onion | 1/2 cup |
| Shredded lettuce | 1 cup |
| Crumbled feta cheese (optional) | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken marinade: Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Add chicken and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-4 hours.
- Make the tzatziki sauce: Combine all tzatziki ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix well and refrigerate.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill or grill pan. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble the gyros: Warm pita bread on grill or in skillet. Spread tzatziki sauce on pita. Add grilled chicken, tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, and feta cheese (if using).
- Serve: Fold pita bread around fillings and serve immediately.
