Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce and Greek Salad.
This Greek Chicken Gyros recipe with Tzatziki Sauce and Greek Salad is a flavorful and healthy meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
Chicken Marinade:
– 2 lbs. Chicken Breast, cut into pieces
– 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt
– 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
– 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
– 1 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
– 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt
– 1 teaspoon Pepper
– 2 teaspoons Oregano
Tzatziki Sauce:
– 1 1/2 cups Greek Yogurt
– 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
– 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
– 1 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
– 1-2 teaspoons Salt
– 1 Tablespoon Fresh Dill, diced
– 3 Garlic Cloves, finely diced
– 1 Cucumber, grated and squeezed to drain
Greek Salad:
– 3 Tomatoes, diced
– 2 Cucumbers, peeled and diced
– 1/4 Red Onion, diced
– 2 Tablespoons Fresh Italian Parsley, diced
– 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
– Salt and Pepper, to taste
– Feta Cheese
Pita Bread:
– 4-6 Greek Pita Breads, Naan bread, or Flatbread
Directions:
Marinate the Chicken:
1. Place chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano in a bag and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours. The ideal time is 24 hours.
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
2. Stir together yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, dill, and garlic. Stir in grated cucumber after squeezing to remove excess water. Adjust seasonings to taste.
Make the Greek Salad:
3. Place tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir to coat and adjust seasoning to taste. Add feta cheese.
Cook the Chicken:
4. To grill: Thread chicken onto skewers and heat grill to medium. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
5. To use a skillet: Heat skillet to medium-high and add oil. Cook chicken for 8-10 minutes or until fully cooked and golden brown.
Assemble the Gyros:
6. Place chicken in warmed pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce and Greek salad. Add additional feta, if desired.