Description
Discover the mouthwatering delight of Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki, a dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your table. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken thighs paired with a rich, tangy tzatziki sauce made creamy with feta cheese. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or special gatherings, these gyros are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Customize them with your favorite fresh vegetables and serve them in warm pita bread for a satisfying meal that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Garnish: cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Slice into strips after resting.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble Gyros: Spread tzatziki on pita bread, layer with sliced chicken and your choice of fresh toppings like cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Roll tightly to enclose.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken longer or overnight. Feel free to add herbs like dill or mint to your tzatziki for a fresh twist.