Mediterranean Chicken Gyros: A Delicious Recipe for Flavorful Meals
Enjoy a delicious taste of Greece with Mediterranean Chicken Gyros, a flavorful meal perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender marinated chicken with fresh vegetables, wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with creamy tzatziki sauce. In just 40 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish that is both healthy and easy to customize according to your taste preferences. Ideal for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, these gyros are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced chicken (marinated)
- Cherry tomatoes
- Red onion
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Tzatziki sauce
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley (optional)
- Pita bread
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes). Slice into strips.
- Prepare each pita by layering shredded lettuce, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Wrap securely and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg