Description
Mediterranean magic comes alive in these Greek Chicken Gyros that wrap tender marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy tzatziki into a perfect handheld meal your friends and family will devour. Packed with zesty herbs and classic Greek ingredients, this simple recipe brings authentic street food directly to your kitchen table.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts
Seasonings and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper
Accompaniments:
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- Combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create a robust marinade for your chicken.
- Massage the marinade thoroughly into 2 sliced chicken breasts, ensuring each piece gets completely coated.
- Allow the chicken to absorb the flavors for 30 minutes at room temperature, giving the spices time to penetrate the meat.
- Heat a skillet to medium temperature (around 350°F) and add a small splash of olive oil.
- Transfer the marinated chicken to the hot skillet, spreading pieces evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and pieces develop a golden-brown exterior.
- While chicken cooks, warm 4 pita breads in a separate pan for 30 seconds on each side to create a soft, pliable texture.
- Layer each pita with cooked chicken, spreading ¼ cup tzatziki sauce across the surface.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup diced tomatoes, ¼ cup shredded lettuce, and 2 tablespoons sliced red onion on top of the chicken.
- Fold the pita edges inward, creating a secure wrap that holds all the delicious ingredients.
- Serve immediately while the chicken remains warm and the pita is soft.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for maximum flavor by letting it sit in the spices for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator, which helps the herbs and spices penetrate deeper into the meat.
- Select fresh, soft pita bread and warm it gently to prevent cracking and improve the texture of your gyros.
- For a lighter version, swap regular tzatziki for a Greek yogurt-based sauce with less fat and added protein.
- Prep all ingredients ahead of time to make assembly quick and easy, ensuring your gyros stay warm and fresh when serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg