Chicken Pita Gyros
Indulge in the savory delight of Chicken Pita Gyros, a Mediterranean-inspired meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe features tender marinated chicken, grilled to perfection, wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings, each bite delivers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will keep you coming back for more. Customize the ingredients to suit your taste, making it a versatile dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the chicken into thin strips and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken strips for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Warm the pita on the grill or skillet for about 1 minute per side.
- Assemble each pita with grilled chicken, tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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