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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros

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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros are a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring tender, marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce wrapped in soft pita bread. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings, these gyros bring the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine right to your home.

Ingredients

  • For the chicken marinade:
    • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
    • 3 tbsp olive oil
    • 2 tbsp lemon juice
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 tbsp dried oregano
    • 1 tsp ground cumin
    • 1/2 tsp paprika
    • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the tzatziki sauce:
    • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1/2 cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
    • 1 tsp lemon juice
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the gyros:
    • 4 pita bread or flatbreads
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
    • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
    • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
    • Fresh lettuce or spinach (optional)
    • Feta cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. For the chicken marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to a resealable bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over the chicken, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for more flavor).
  2. For the tzatziki sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a bowl. Stir until well combined, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  3. For the gyros: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Slice the chicken into thin strips.
  4. Prepare the pita bread: While the chicken is cooking, warm the pita or flatbreads in a dry skillet or on the grill for 1-2 minutes per side until slightly toasted.
  5. Assemble the gyros: Place a warm pita on a plate and top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and a drizzle of tzatziki sauce.
  6. Garnish and serve: Add fresh lettuce or spinach and sprinkle feta cheese, if desired. Fold the pita around the fillings and serve immediately.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace the chicken with grilled vegetables or falafel for a chickpea-based gyro.To add some heat, sprinkle chili flakes or cayenne pepper on the chicken or mix it into the tzatziki sauce.For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pita or flatbreads.Feel free to add other toppings like pickled onions, olives, or a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice.

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