Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki
Bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your table with these Greek Chicken Gyros, bursting with zesty flavor from a lemon-herb marinade and cooled by creamy, garlicky tzatziki. Perfect for a quick dinner or an easy weekend lunch, these gyros are fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. Ready to transport your taste buds?
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- marinate time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 pita breads
1 cup tzatziki sauce
1 cup chopped lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced red onion
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breast, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium heat for 5–7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let it rest, then slice thinly.
Assemble the Gyros: Warm pita breads slightly. Layer with sliced chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Serve and Enjoy: Fold the pita and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g