Greek Chicken Gyros

 

 

Greek Chicken Gyros

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup Greek yogurt

1/2 cucumber, grated

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Gyros:

4 pita breads

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 tomato, chopped

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

Marinate the Chicken:

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

Cook the Chicken:

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest, then slice into strips.

Make the Tzatziki Sauce:

In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Assemble the Gyros:

Warm the pita breads and spread each with tzatziki sauce.

Add the sliced chicken, red onion, tomato, and parsley. Roll up and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Kcal: 500 kcal | Servings: 4 servings