Delicious Homemade Chicken Gyros Recipe

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

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
2. Add the sliced chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for maximum flavor.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice it into smaller pieces.
6. 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.
7. Fold the pita bread in half and enjoy your homemade chicken gyros!

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