Description
Discover the secrets to creating this flavorful delight at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the sliced chicken breast to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Warm the pita breads on the grill for a minute on each side.
- Assemble the gyros by placing the cooked chicken in the pita, then topping with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Wrap the pita around the filling and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Feel free to add other toppings like cucumbers or feta cheese.
- Serve with a side of Greek salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Chicken Gyros