Description
Enjoy a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Gyros recipe featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy feta tzatziki sauce. This quick and easy meal combines fresh vegetables, soft pita bread, and a tangy yogurt-based sauce for an authentic taste of the Mediterranean in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Gyros
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
For the Creamy Feta Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs and coat them well with the marinade. Cover and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs onto the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), ensuring they are fully cooked and juicy.
- Prepare the Creamy Feta Tzatziki Sauce: While the chicken cooks, in a bowl mix the plain Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Slice the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest briefly before slicing it into thin strips for easy assembly.
- Assemble the Gyros: Spread a generous amount of the creamy feta tzatziki sauce onto each pita bread. Add sliced chicken on top, then layer with cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Garnish with fresh parsley. Roll up the pita tightly and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for a minimum of 30 minutes, but for deeper flavor, marinate for up to 2 hours.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier and more flavorful meat compared to chicken breasts.
- Fresh parsley adds a nice herbal touch and color; feel free to add chopped mint or dill for variation.
- To make the gyros gluten-free, substitute pita bread with gluten-free flatbread or lettuce wraps.
- Adjust the garlic in the tzatziki sauce to your taste preferences.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used in salads or wraps.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken gyros, feta tzatziki, Greek yogurt sauce, easy chicken gyros recipe, skillet chicken gyros, pita sandwich, healthy Mediterranean meal
