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Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe Easy Homemade Meals

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Juicy, marinated chicken wrapped in tender pita bread, topped with creamy tzatziki, fresh veggies, and a sprinkle of tangy feta—Greek Chicken Gyros are the ultimate answer to a quick, satisfying homemade meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated and excess liquid squeezed out
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4–6 pita breads
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken and coat it well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight for enhanced flavor.
  2. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Prepare Toppings: While the chicken is cooking, dice the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and shred the lettuce.
  5. Assemble the Gyros: Warm the pita bread slightly for a softer texture. Spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce on each pita, add slices of chicken, and top with tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and a sprinkle of feta cheese.
  6. Serve: Fold the pita around the fillings and dig in while everything is fresh and warm!

Notes

[‘Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor.’, ‘Drain excess water from the cucumber to prevent runny tzatziki sauce.’, ‘Warm pita bread for a softer texture.’, ‘You can make the tzatziki sauce and marinate the chicken a day in advance.’]

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Keywords: Greek Chicken Gyros, Mediterranean recipe, homemade gyros, chicken gyros, healthy comfort food

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