Delicious Homemade Chicken Gyros
A mouthwatering dish featuring tender, marinated chicken grilled to perfection, served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and creamy sauces.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill
Ingredients
Chicken Breast
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast Cut into strips or cubes for even cooking.
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Base for the marinade.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed from one medium lemon.
- 3-4 cloves minced garlic Adds aromatic flavor.
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt For the tzatziki sauce.
- 1 medium cucumber Grated and drained for tzatziki.
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill Chopped finely for tzatziki.
Serving
- 4 pieces pita bread Warm for serving.
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes Diced for topping.
- 1 small red onion Thinly sliced for topping.
- salt and pepper To taste.
Instructions
- 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- 2. Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3. Prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, and salt in a separate bowl. Chill in the refrigerator.
- 4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
- 5. Warm pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- 6. Let grilled chicken rest for a few minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 7. Assemble gyros by layering grilled chicken, tomatoes, red onion, and tzatziki in pita bread.
- 8. Wrap pita around fillings and serve immediately.
Notes
Consider adding grilled vegetables or different proteins for variations. Serve with a Greek salad or roasted potatoes.