Mediterranean Chicken Gyros Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this easy Mediterranean Chicken Gyros recipe. Juicy grilled chicken marinated in zesty lemon and fragrant herbs, paired with creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, creates a delightful meal that’s perfect for gatherings or casual dinners. Serve it wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables for an authentic taste of the Mediterranean right in your own kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread and fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomato, red onion) for serving
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
- 2. Prepare Your Grill or Oven: Preheat grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if using the oven.
- 3. Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and grill each side for about six minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F) or bake for about twenty-five minutes.
- 4. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeeze out excess moisture), minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- 5. Slice and Serve: Let chicken rest for five minutes before slicing into strips. Warm pita bread briefly on the grill or microwave.
- 6. Assemble Your Gyros: Place chicken strips on pita bread, top with tzatziki sauce and additional toppings as desired. Wrap and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyros wrap (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg