Description
Tender, marinated chicken cooked to perfection and wrapped in warm pita with a tangy, creamy feta tzatziki sauce, fresh veggies, and Mediterranean spices for a flavorful, easy meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced into strips
- 4 large pita breads or flatbreads
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- For the tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, feta, minced garlic, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Chill until ready to serve.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Warm pita breads in a dry skillet or oven for 1-2 minutes until soft.
- Assemble gyros: Spread tzatziki on each pita, add chicken strips, top with diced tomato, red onion, and fresh herbs. Fold or roll and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean