Ingredients
– 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 4 pita bread rounds
– 1 cup chopped lettuce
– 1 cup diced tomatoes
– ½ cup sliced cucumbers
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– For the Creamy Feta Tzatziki:
– 1 cup Greek yogurt
– ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki is easy with these step-by-step instructions:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Make Tzatziki Sauce: In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator.
4. Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and an internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5. Prepare Vegetables: While the chicken is cooking, chop the lettuce, dice the tomatoes, slice the cucumbers, and thinly slice the red onion.
6. Slice Chicken: Once cooked, allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
7. Warm Pita Bread: Lightly toast the pita rounds on the grill or in a pan just until warm and pliable.
8. Assemble Gyros: On each pita, layer cooked chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and top generously with the creamy feta tzatziki sauce.
9. Wrap and Serve: Fold the pita over the fillings, wrap in parchment paper or foil if desired, and enjoy them warm!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 28g