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Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon Herb Marinade & Tzatziki Recipe

Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon Herb Marinade & Tzatziki Recipe

This Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon Herb Marinade & Tzatziki recipe is a delicious way to enjoy Mediterranean flavors in your home.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Fresh, plump chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Fresh or dried
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For marinade
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Full-fat for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber Finely chopped, seedless
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Fresh if possible
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For the Gyros
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread Soft and chewy
  • 2 cups Lettuce Crunchy romaine or mixed greens
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Sliced

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • grill
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, and olive oil until well combined. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt with chopped cucumber, fresh dill, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate to chill.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reads 165°F.
  4. Slice the grilled chicken into strips. Warm pita bread, layer with chicken, tzatziki sauce, lettuce, and tomatoes.
  5. Serve immediately for best flavor, optionally with sides like Greek salad or roasted potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor. Customizable toppings are encouraged.

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