Greek Chicken Gyros with Homemade Tzatziki
Recipe
Ingredients:
Chicken Marinade:
2 lbs. Chicken Breast, cut into pieces
1/4 cup Greek Yogurt
3 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
2 teaspoons Oregano
Tzatziki Sauce:
1 1/2 cups Greek Yogurt
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
1-2 teaspoons Salt
1 Tablespoon Fresh Dill, diced
3 Garlic Cloves, finely diced
1 cucumber, grated and squeezed to drain
Greek Salad:
3 Tomatoes, diced
2 Cucumbers, peeled and diced
1/4 Red Onion, diced
2 Tablespoons Fresh Italian Parsley, diced
1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper to taste
Feta Cheese
Serving:
4-6 Greek Pita Breads, Naan bread, or Flatbread
Directions:
Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and oregano in a bag. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2-4 hours, or up to 24 hours.
Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Mix yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, dill, and garlic. Add the drained, grated cucumber. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Make Greek Salad: Combine tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well and adjust seasoning.
Cook Chicken: Grill the marinated chicken on skewers over medium heat, 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Alternatively, cook in a skillet over medium-high heat, 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Assemble Gyros: Warm the pita breads, add cooked chicken, top with tzatziki sauce, Greek salad, and additional feta cheese if desired.
Prep Time: 45 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Kcal: 350 | Servings: 6
Greek Chicken Gyros with Homemade Tzatziki

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