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Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Greek

Description

This Greek Chicken Gyros recipe features tender chicken breast marinated in a vibrant lemon-herb blend, then grilled to perfection. Served in warm pita bread and topped with refreshing tzatziki, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions, these gyros offer a delicious taste of Mediterranean cuisine in every bite.

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

  • 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

Gyro 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 marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade for the chicken.
  2. Marinate chicken: Cut the chicken breast into strips and place them in the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors; for best results, marinate overnight.
  3. Preheat grill or skillet: Heat a grill or a stovetop skillet over medium-high heat to get ready for cooking the chicken.
  4. Cook 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 and has a nice char.
  5. Warm pita bread: Lightly warm the pita breads on the grill for about one minute to soften them and enhance the flavor.
  6. Assemble gyros: Lay the warm pita on a plate and fill with cooked chicken strips, a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onions.
  7. Serve: Serve the gyros immediately while warm, optionally adding extra tzatziki on the side or other toppings like feta cheese or olives for added flavor.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight to allow deeper absorption of spices.
  • Serve with additional tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping.
  • Feel free to customize the gyros by adding other toppings such as crumbled feta cheese or sliced olives.

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