Name: Mediterranean Chicken Gyros
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts); 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp dried oregano; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat); 1 medium cucumber, grated & squeezed; 2 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce); 1 tbsp olive oil (for sauce); 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill); 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt to taste (for sauce); 4 large pita breads or flatbreads; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup lettuce, shredded; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; Olive oil for drizzling; Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Description

This Mediterranean Chicken Gyro recipe is a must-try for a quick and delicious dinner!

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
1 medium cucumber, grated & squeezed
2 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce)
1 tbsp olive oil (for sauce)
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt to taste (for sauce)
4 large pita breads or flatbreads
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Olive oil for drizzling
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

To kick off this scrumptious meal, prepare the marinade by combining the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
Add the chicken thighs (or breasts) to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for at least one hour, or overnight for better flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, fresh dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or prepare a skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Grill the chicken for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C). Alternatively, bake in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips for easy stuffing into the pita.
Warm pita breads on the grill or in a skillet for about 1 minute per side.
Assemble your gyros by filling warm pita with grilled chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and feta. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor and ensure to let it rest after cooking for juicy results.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner

Nutrition

Calories: 500 kcal
Sodium: Varies based on added salt and feta cheese
Protein: 32 g