This chicken gyro recipe is an easy way to get a taste of Greece for your dinner. With simple ingredients and steps, it’s a recipe that is easy to follow but also packs a unique punch of flavor!
Ingredients for the chicken:
- 2-3 chicken breasts
- ½ c. plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ c. olive oil
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 4 garlic gloves, minced
- 2 tsp. salt*
- 2 tsp. pepper*
- 1 tsp. cumin*
- 1 tsp. oregano*
- 1 tsp. coriander*
Directions:
- Slice the chicken into bite-sized chunks and put them into a gallon Ziploc bag or a large bowl.
- Add all the ingredients and mix well.
- Allow to marinate in the fridge for 3-6 hours.
- Once the chicken has marinated long enough, put it in a large skillet on medium heat until chicken is fully cooked. Internal temperature should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ingredients for the gyros:
- Pita bread
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- ½ block feta cheese, crumbled
Ingredients (for the tzatziki):
- ½ c. plain Greek yogurt
- ½ c. sour cream
- ¼ white onion
- ¼ large cucumber (½ if it’s a small cucumber)
- ¼ c. lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. Greek seasoning**
- 2 tsp. dill
Directions:
- Scoop out the Greek yogurt and sour cream into a small bowl.
- Mince the onion, cucumber and garlic. Put them into the bowl.
- Squeeze the lemon juice into the bowl.
- Add in the seasonings. Give it a good stir until all ingredients are combined well.
- It should be tart from the lemon but not overpowering. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Assembling the Gyros:
- Heat your pita in the microwave for 10 seconds, or on the stove in a pan on low heat for about 20 seconds.
- Once your pita is warm, spread some tzatziki in the middle. Add chicken and other toppings as desired. Sprinkle a little paprika on top for a splash of extra flavor.
- To fold the gyro, put just over half of it onto some tinfoil. Fold both sides in and close the bottom of the tinfoil to keep your toppings from spilling out the bottom. ***
- Enjoy!
Chef Notes:
*For a stronger flavor, you can double the seasoning amounts.
**To taste. If the lemon or yogurt flavors are too strong, add more Greek seasoning.
***Look at photo for reference.
Brooklynn Jolley can be reached at [email protected]