Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki Recipe
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Chicken Gyros featuring juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in a blend of herbs and spices, paired perfectly with a creamy feta-infused tzatziki sauce. Wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with fresh vegetables, this recipe brings an authentic taste of Greece to your table with simple ingredients and straightforward grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Gyros:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1⁄2 tsp salt
- 1⁄4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 pita breads or flatbreads
For the Creamy Feta Tzatziki:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1⁄2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1⁄2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Sliced red onion
- Sliced tomatoes
- Chopped cucumber
- Lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until well mixed to create a flavorful marinade for the chicken.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to penetrate, or marinate overnight for even more depth.
- Make the Creamy Feta Tzatziki: While the chicken marinates, prepare the sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, grated and well-drained cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, fresh mint, and lemon juice in a separate bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste and stir until smooth and creamy. Cover and chill until serving.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and grill them for 6 to 7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through with a nice charred exterior. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
- Warm the pita bread: Place the pita breads or flatbreads on the grill for about a minute to warm them and make them soft and pliable, perfect for wrapping the gyro fillings.
- Assemble the gyros: Lay a few slices of grilled chicken onto the center of each warmed pita. Add a generous spoonful of the creamy feta tzatziki over the chicken, then top with sliced red onion, fresh tomatoes, chopped cucumber, and crisp lettuce leaves.
- Serve immediately: Roll the pita bread around the fillings to enclose everything neatly. Serve the gyros while warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight if possible for maximum flavor infusion.
- Removing excess moisture from the grated cucumber in the tzatziki prevents the sauce from becoming watery.
- Use fresh herbs like dill and mint to keep the tzatziki bright and flavorful.
- Pita breads can be warmed in the oven or on a skillet if a grill is unavailable.
- Leftover chicken can be used in salads or wraps the next day.
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken gyros, grilled chicken, tzatziki sauce, feta tzatziki, Greek yogurt sauce, pita wraps, grilled chicken recipe
