Description
Tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita with a tangy feta-infused tzatziki sauce, fresh veggies, and Mediterranean herbs for a flavorful, easy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 large pita breads
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- For the tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, feta, grated cucumber, dill, mint, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Warm pita breads in the skillet or oven for 1-2 minutes until soft.
- Assemble gyros: spread tzatziki on pita, add chicken, tomato, and red onion slices. Fold and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean