Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

6 servings
Marinated Greek Chicken topped with homemade Tzatziki sauce and Greek salad in warm pita bread.

Ingredients

  • Chicken Marinade
  • 2 lbs. Chicken Breast

    cut into pieces

  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 teaspoons Oregano
  • Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups Greek Yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1-2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 Tablespoons Fresh Dill

    diced

  • 3 Garlic Cloves

    finely diced

  • 1 cucumber

    grated and squeezed to drain

  • Greek Salad
  • 3 Tomatoes

    diced

  • 2 Cucumber

    peeled and diced

  • 1/4 Red Onion

    diced

  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Italian Parsley

    diced

  • 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper
    to taste
  • Feta Cheese
  • 4-6 Greek Pita Breads

    Naan bread, or Flatbread

Directions

  1. 1

    Place chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano in bag and let marinate at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours. The ideal time is 24 hours.

  2. 2

    To make tzatziki sauce, stir together yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, dill, and garlic. Stir in grated cucumber and taste for seasonings. Squeeze the cucumber to remove excess water before adding to rest of ingredients.

  3. 3

    To make greek salad, place tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, olive oil, salt and pepper in bowl. Stir to coat. Season to taste.

  4. 4

    Chicken can be cooked on grill or in skillet. To cook on grill -- place chicken on kebobs and heat grill to medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until chicken is full cooked.

  5. 5

    To cook chicken on skillet. Heat skillet to medium high heat. Sprinkle with oil. Add chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and golden brown.

  6. 6

    Place chicken in pita bread. You can warm the pita bread to make it pliable. Top with tzatziki sauce and greek salad. Add additional feta, if desired.

Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

5.0(110)35 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the vibrant, fresh flavors of a classic Greek gyro without leaving your home? This recipe for homemade Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce delivers an authentic Mediterranean experience right to your kitchen, ready in just 35 minutes.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the deeply flavorful yogurt-marinated chicken breast, which becomes incredibly tender and juicy, perfectly complemented by the bright, cooling homemade Tzatziki sauce and a crisp, zesty Greek salad. Each component is designed for maximum flavor impact, transforming simple ingredients into a remarkable meal.

You can expect a burst of Mediterranean sunshine in every bite. The chicken, infused with lemon, oregano, and Greek yogurt, offers savory and tangy notes. It's perfectly balanced by the creamy Tzatziki, which features fresh dill, finely diced garlic, and crisp, cooling cucumber. Layered into warm pita bread with a vibrant Greek salad of diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and feta cheese, it’s a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. This dish is surprisingly easy to assemble, offering a complete and satisfying meal for any night of the week.

While traditional Greek pita bread is ideal, you can easily use Naan bread or other flatbreads if those are more readily available. For the Tzatziki sauce, feel free to adjust the amount of fresh dill and garlic to your personal taste. You can also vary the amount of feta cheese in the Greek salad for a richer or lighter touch.

Serve these flavorful Greek Chicken Gyros as a satisfying main course for a casual weeknight dinner, a lively gathering with friends, or a delightful family meal. They are a complete and immersive Mediterranean experience.

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