Description
Easy Chicken Gyros bring the vibrant flavors of Greece to your dining table in just 10 minutes. With tender, marinated chicken nestled in warm pita and topped with tangy tzatziki and fresh veggies, it’s a dish that’s both satisfying and customizable. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these gyros are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken breasts and let sit for at least 5 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 3. Prepare Pita Bread: Warm pita bread in a pan or microwave until soft.
- 4. Slice the Chicken: Allow cooked chicken to rest for a couple of minutes, then slice into strips.
- 5. Assemble Your Gyro: Lay pita flat, add chicken slices, top with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. Roll tightly.
- 6. Enjoy: Take a big bite of your Easy Chicken Gyros!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg