Enjoy the taste of Greece with Koula's Best Ever Chicken Gyros. This recipe brings together juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm pita bread. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite for any occasion. With just a few simple steps, you can recreate the authentic taste of Greek street food right in your own kitchen. Give this recipe a try and transport yourself to the sunny beaches of Greece!
Ingredients
- For the Marinade:
- - 1/4 cup olive oil
- - 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- - 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- - 1 teaspoon salt
- - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- - 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- - 1 cup Greek yogurt
- - 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
- - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- - 1 clove garlic, minced
- - Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Gyros:
- - 4 pita breads
- - Sliced tomatoes
- - Sliced onions
- - Sliced cucumbers
- - Lettuce leaves
Directions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Add the sliced chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through, turning halfway.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice it into smaller pieces.
- To assemble the gyros, warm the pita breads on the grill for a few seconds on each side. Spread a spoonful of tzatziki sauce on each pita bread. Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and lettuce leaves.
- Fold the pita bread in half and enjoy your homemade chicken gyros!
