Description
Juicy, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita, topped with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce, creating a delightful Mediterranean meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tzatziki sauce
- Pita bread
- Tomato, sliced
- Red onion, sliced
- Lettuce, shredded
Instructions
- Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet.
- Assemble the gyros by placing the chicken on the pita, then topping with tzatziki sauce, tomato, onion, and lettuce.
- Roll up the pita and serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate the chicken longer for enhanced flavor. Serve with tzatziki and fresh vegetables for an authentic taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg