Description
Chicken Pita Gyros are a delicious and quick Mediterranean-inspired meal that brings the vibrant flavors of grilled marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm pita bread right to your table. Ideal for casual lunches, dinners with friends, or meal prep for the week, these gyros are not only satisfying but also customizable to suit any palate. The combination of zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and fresh ingredients creates a delightful taste experience that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Warm the pita breads on the grill or skillet for about one minute per side.
- Assemble each gyro by layering grilled chicken strips, tzatziki sauce, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onion inside the warm pita.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate for up to an hour. Customize your gyros with toppings like feta cheese or additional veggies such as cucumbers or bell peppers. Serve with extra tzatziki on the side for dipping.