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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki

A delightful dish blending marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce, perfect for family meals or gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the gyros
  • 4 pieces pita breads
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
For the tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated chicken thighs in the skillet. Cook each side for about 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
  1. In a bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix everything together until it is smooth and creamy.
Slice the Chicken
  1. Once the chicken is cooked, take it off the heat and let it rest for a minute. Then, slice the chicken into strips.
Assemble the Gyros
  1. Take a pita bread and spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on it. Add a few strips of the cooked chicken, then top with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Roll up your pita and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate the chicken longer if you can. Overnight marination gives the spices time to soak into the meat. Use fresh veggies for the best taste, and feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite ingredients.

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