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Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki Recipe

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Delicious Greek chicken gyros featuring tender chicken breast marinated in a zesty lemon-herb blend and served with refreshing tzatziki sauce, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions wrapped in warm pita bread—perfect for a quick and satisfying Mediterranean meal.

Ingredients

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For the Marinade and Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Gyros Assembly

  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade that will tenderize and infuse the chicken with zesty Mediterranean flavors.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Cut the chicken breast into strips and place them in the marinade. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to absorb all the delicious seasonings.
  3. Preheat cooking surface: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot and ready for cooking the chicken strips evenly.
  4. Cook the chicken: Place the marinated chicken strips on the grill or skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked through and has a slight char for added flavor.
  5. Warm the pita breads: While the chicken cooks, warm the pita breads on the grill for about one minute so they become soft and pliable for wrapping.
  6. Assemble the gyros: Lay each pita flat and top with the cooked chicken strips, a generous helping of tzatziki sauce, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onions to create the classic gyro combination.
  7. Serve: Wrap the pita around the fillings and serve immediately for the freshest taste and satisfying Mediterranean experience.

Notes

  • You can marinate the chicken for longer, up to 2 hours, for more intense flavor.
  • If you don’t have a grill, a skillet or grill pan works perfectly for cooking the chicken.
  • Tzatziki sauce can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
  • Feel free to add other toppings like cucumber slices or feta cheese for extra flavor.
  • Using whole wheat pita will add additional fiber for a healthier option.

Find it online: https://queenrecipe.com/greek-chicken-gyros-with-lemon-herb-marinade-and-tzatziki-recipe/