Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki
Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki offer a vibrant taste of the Mediterranean that will delight your taste buds. Featuring tender marinated chicken, warm pita bread, and a rich feta tzatziki, this dish is perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings. The blend of herbs and spices creates an irresistible flavor explosion that transports you to sun-soaked Greece with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and drained
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts; coat well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (drained), feta cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Heat pita on the grill or in a dry skillet for about a minute on each side until slightly charred but soft.
- Slice chicken into strips and place on warm pita bread. Top generously with creamy feta tzatziki.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg