Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greek Chicken Gyros with Lemon-Herb Marinade, a delightful dish that transforms tender chicken into a mouthwatering meal. This recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family. The zesty lemon-herb marinade infuses the chicken with Mediterranean flair, ensuring each bite is packed with flavor. Serve your gyros in warm pita bread topped with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce for a complete culinary experience that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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
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 strips and coat them thoroughly in the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken strips for 5–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Warm pita bread on the grill for about one minute until soft.
- Assemble your gyros by filling each pita with grilled chicken and topping it with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onions.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg