Name: Authentic Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Creamy Tzatziki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 58 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: Lemon-Herb Marinade & Chicken; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into ½-inch pieces; Creamy Tzatziki; 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped; For Assembly; 2 pita breads (Joseph’s Flax, Oat Bran & Whole Wheat recommended); 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped; 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped; 1/2 medium tomato, chopped; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 2 ounces feta cheese (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (for serving)

Authentic Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade and Creamy Tzatziki

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These Greek chicken gyros are packed with marinated lemon-herb chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki—wrapped in soft pita for a healthy, satisfying meal.

Author: Emma
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 58 minutes (includes marinating)
Yield: 2
Category: Main Course, Dinner, Mediterranean
Method: Marinating, Skillet Cooking, Assembly
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Ingredients

Lemon-Herb Marinade & Chicken

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried thyme

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into ½-inch pieces

Creamy Tzatziki

1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped

For Assembly

2 pita breads (Joseph’s Flax, Oat Bran & Whole Wheat recommended)

2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

1/2 cup cucumber, chopped

1/2 medium tomato, chopped

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

2 ounces feta cheese (about 1/2 cup)

1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (for serving)

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Instructions

Preparation

In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Add chicken, toss to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).

Remove chicken from marinade and discard remaining marinade.

Spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray.

Cook chicken over medium heat for about 8 minutes, or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt and dill to make the tzatziki sauce.

Assembly

Warm pita breads as desired.

Spread each with tzatziki.

Layer with chicken, romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, feta, and parsley.

Fold and serve immediately.

Notes

Marinating overnight gives the chicken maximum flavor.

Add extra garlic, lemon, or herbs to customize the marinade.

Serve with Greek salad, roasted potatoes, or additional tzatziki.

Swap pita for lettuce wraps for a lighter or gluten-free option.

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