Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki
Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki are a flavor-packed delight that brings the essence of Greece to your table. Tender, marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and wrapped in warm pita bread, topped with fresh veggies and a rich, creamy feta tzatziki sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings, promising to impress family and friends with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup thick Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 grated cucumber, excess water squeezed out
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts in the marinade and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Prepare the Tzatziki: Combine Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, grated cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Warm the Pita: Lightly toast pita on the grill or skillet until warm.
- Assemble Your Gyros: Slice grilled chicken and place it into warm pita along with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg