Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Grandma’s Mediterranean Chicken Gyros, a recipe that brings the essence of Greece right to your kitchen. This dish features succulent chicken marinated in a rich Greek yogurt blend, ensuring every bite is tender and juicy. Paired with a creamy feta-dill tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables, these gyros create a delightful meal perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can easily impress your guests or satisfy your cravings for something delicious and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for marinade)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Fresh lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Dried oregano
- Fresh dill (for tzatziki)
- Feta cheese
- Pita bread wraps
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- For tzatziki: Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. Combine with yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, feta cheese, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest before slicing into strips. Warm pita wraps on the grill for about 30 seconds.
- Assemble gyros by spreading tzatziki on pita and adding sliced chicken along with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg