Mediterranean Chicken Gyros
Delightful wraps filled with grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce, all tucked into warm pita bread.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts About 450g
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 small cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly
- 4 pieces pita breads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
Marination
- In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it’s well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Tzatziki Sauce Preparation
- In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and adjust the seasonings to taste.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and nicely browned.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Assembly
- Warm the pita breads either in a pan or microwave.
- Layer the sliced chicken, tomatoes, lettuce, and red onions onto each pita.
- Drizzle with the tzatziki sauce and garnish with a lemon wedge.
Serving
- Enjoy your Mediterranean feast!
Notes
For a better taste, allow the chicken to marinate for a longer time. Customize the gyros by adding toppings like feta cheese or olives to suit your taste.