Chicken Gyros
Indulge in the rich flavors of chicken gyros, a beloved Greek dish that combines tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm pita bread.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup lettuce chopped
- 1 tomato diced
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add sliced chicken breast to the marinade and coat thoroughly.
- Cover and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Warm the pita breads on the grill or in a pan.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips.
- Assemble the gyros by placing lettuce, tomato, onion, and chicken in the pita.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the filling and wrap the pita tightly.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 3g