Description
Chicken Pita Gyros are a delightful and healthy option for any meal, combining marinated grilled chicken with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings, these flavorful wraps are easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends. Enjoy the vibrant Mediterranean flavors while keeping your meal nutritious and satisfying. With quick preparation time and customizable toppings, these gyros make for a versatile dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Cut chicken into thin strips and marinate in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken strips for about 5–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Lightly warm pita bread on the grill or skillet for about 1 minute per side.
- Assemble each pita by layering grilled chicken strips, tzatziki sauce, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
- Serve immediately while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg