Chicken Pita Gyros with Tzatziki
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Pita Gyros with Tzatziki—a quick and delicious meal that feels like a treat! Juicy marinated chicken, grilled to perfection, is wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce. This recipe captures the essence of Greek street food right in your kitchen, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual family gatherings. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy a healthy and flavorful dish that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Marinate sliced chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Warm pita bread on the grill or in a dry pan until soft.
- Assemble gyros by placing grilled chicken on pita, topping with tzatziki sauce and fresh veggies.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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