Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki. This dish offers a perfect fusion of tender, marinated chicken and a rich, creamy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped up in warm pita bread. With its quick preparation time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. The combination of fresh vegetables and zesty toppings makes each bite a delightful experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F/75°C). Slice into strips.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble Gyros: Spread tzatziki on pita bread, layer with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Roll tightly to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg