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Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki Recipe

Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Tzatziki Recipe
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A delicious Greek Chicken Gyros recipe featuring tender chicken breast marinated in a zesty lemon-herb blend, grilled to perfection and served in warm pita bread with fresh tzatziki sauce and crisp vegetables. This easy-to-make dish is ideal for a flavorful, wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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Marinade and Chicken

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Assembly

  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade for the chicken.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into strips and add them to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb all the flavors.
  3. Preheat the Grill or Skillet: Heat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat to get ready for cooking the chicken.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken strips onto the grill or skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and has a beautiful grilled texture.
  5. Warm the Pita Breads: While the chicken cooks, warm the pita breads on the grill for about one minute until soft and pliable.
  6. Assemble the Gyros: Lay the warm pita bread flat, then layer the grilled chicken strips, a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onions inside.
  7. Serve: Fold the pita around the filling and serve immediately for the best taste and texture. Enjoy your homemade Greek Chicken Gyros!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt in tzatziki for creamier sauce.
  • Can substitute chicken breast with chicken thighs for juicier meat.
  • Serve with extra lemon wedges for added zest.
  • Gluten-free pita can be used to make the recipe gluten-free.

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Keywords: Greek chicken gyros, lemon herb marinade, tzatziki sauce, grilled chicken, Greek pita sandwich

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