Chicken Gyros
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
40 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
467 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Chicken Gyros
Description
Chicken Gyros combines boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs marinated in a mixture of Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest and juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. The marinade tenderizes the meat and infuses it with bright and savory flavors. After marinating for 30 minutes up to 4 hours, the chicken is grilled over medium-high heat until cooked through and golden brown, then sliced thinly.
The grilled chicken’s juicy texture pairs well with fresh vegetables like diced tomatoes, cucumber, shredded romaine, and pickled or sliced red onions. Crumbled feta adds a salty richness, while tzatziki sauce provides a cool, creamy contrast. These fillings are traditionally wrapped in warm pita bread, making a handheld dish full of layered tastes and textures. This gyro preparation allows for the distinctive herb and citrus flavors to shine through the tender, grilled chicken.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 2 lbs chicken breast boneless skinless; or chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil for brushing the grill
For serving:
- 6 pita bread warmed
- 2 tomato diced, medium
- 1/2 cucumber diced, English variety
- 1 1/2 cups romaine lettuce shredded
- 2/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
- red onions or sliced red onions, pickled
- tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Place the chicken in a Ziploc bag or medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek Yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken and stir to coat. If you are using a bag, add the marinade to the bag and seal it tight, removing as much air as possible. Move the chicken around, making sure it is well coated. Seal the bag tightly.
- Place in the refrigerator and let marinate for 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Preheat the grill to a medium-high heat. You can also use a grill pan. Brush the grill or grill pan with olive oil to make sure the chicken doesn’t stick.
- Use tongs to remove the chicken from the marinade, place on the hot grill. Discard remaining marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through, time will depend on how thick the chicken is. Transfer the grilled chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Use a sharp knife to cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
- To assemble, fill warm pita bread with chicken, tomato, cucumber, lettuce, pickled red onion, and feta cheese. Top with tzatziki sauce. Fold the pita over like a sandwich and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 467 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 467kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1191mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 785mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1258IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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