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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros

Mediterranean Chicken Gyros: Flavorful, Quick & Customizable

Quick Mediterranean Chicken Gyros are an irresistible meal experience bursting with vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon oregano or Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Gyros Assembly
  • 4 pieces pita bread whole grain or gluten-free
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce or dairy-free option
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
  • 1 small red onion sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley optional

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken breast pieces with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let it rest, then slice thinly.
  3. Prepare the tzatziki by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, salt, dill, and olive oil in a bowl. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  4. Warm pita bread for about 30 seconds, then layer with sliced chicken, tzatziki, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and any additional toppings.
  5. Serve garnished with parsley and enjoy with Greek salad or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyrosCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let chicken marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Use fresh pita for best texture. Don't overload gyros with toppings for easy handling.

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