Mediterranean Chicken Gyros With Creamy Feta Tzatziki
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 pita breads
- Fresh vegetables (cherry tomatoes, red onion)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Preparation Instructions:
Instructions
- Preparation Instructions:
- Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch strips and marinate in olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 2 hours.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken strips until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes).
- For the tzatziki, grate cucumber, drain moisture, and mix with Greek yogurt, feta cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare toppings by slicing cherry tomatoes and red onion.
- Warm pita breads in a skillet or microwave until soft.
- Assemble gyros by spreading tzatziki on pita, adding chicken strips and veggies. Fold and enjoy!
- Helpful Notes:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg