Description
If you’re craving a delicious, quick meal that captures the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine, look no further than these Chicken Pita Gyros with Tzatziki. This recipe brings the essence of Mediterranean street food right to your kitchen, featuring juicy marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread alongside fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these gyros are highly customizable—load them up with your favorite ingredients for a meal the whole family will love. With just a few simple steps, you can create a satisfying dish that’s bursting with flavor and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Slice chicken into strips and marinate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Cook marinated chicken in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Warm pita breads on the grill or in a dry pan until soft.
- Assemble each gyro by layering grilled chicken, tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion in the pita.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg