Greek Chicken Gyros
This recipe features tender chicken marinated in a flavorful mix, served in pita with fresh toppings.
Equipment
- Grill or Skillet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Gyros
- 4 pieces pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Slice into strips.
- Warm pita breads and fill them with chicken, tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion.
Notes
You can add other toppings like cucumbers or feta cheese for extra flavor.