Greek Chicken Gyros are a delicious and healthy Mediterranean dish made with marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, creamy tzatziki sauce, and warm pita bread. This dish is perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or meal prep. With its rich flavors and simple preparation, Greek Chicken Gyros bring the authentic taste of Greece to your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 Greek pita breads
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions:
- Prepare the Marinade – In a bowl, mix olive oil, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well until combined.
- Marinate the Chicken – Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the marinade. Coat the chicken evenly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2 hours or overnight for maximum flavor).
- Cook the Chicken – Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Warm the Pita Bread – Lightly toast the pita bread on a dry pan or grill for about 1 minute on each side until warm and slightly crispy.
- Prepare the Toppings – Wash and chop the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Crumble the feta cheese and set aside.
- Assemble the Gyros – Place a warm pita bread on a flat surface. Add a generous amount of cooked chicken, followed by lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and feta cheese. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
- Wrap and Serve – Fold the pita into a wrap and secure with parchment paper or foil. Serve immediately with extra tzatziki sauce on the side.