Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Gyros recipe features tender marinated chicken thighs cooked to golden perfection and served on warm pita bread with a creamy feta tzatziki sauce, fresh cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. A vibrant, flavorful meal perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Gyro Assembly
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
Feta Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Prepare the tzatziki sauce: While the chicken cooks, mix the Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Slice the chicken: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a cutting board, allow it to rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips for easier assembly.
- Assemble the gyros: Spread a generous amount of feta tzatziki sauce on each pita bread. Layer with sliced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve and enjoy: Roll up the pita to enclose the filling and enjoy your homemade Mediterranean chicken gyros warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the marinated chicken for up to 3 months.
- Consider using whole grain pita and plenty of fresh veggies for a healthier option.
- Prepare tzatziki sauce a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
