Greek Chicken Gyros (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender marinated chicken strips with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm pita bread.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken Marinade
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2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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½ teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Tzatziki Sauce
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt
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½ cucumber, grated and drained
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon fresh dill or mint, chopped
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1 garlic clove, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Assembly
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4 soft pita or flatbreads
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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½ cucumber, thinly sliced
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¼ red onion, thinly sliced
# How to Make It:
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In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
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While the chicken marinates, combine Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, lemon juice, chopped dill or mint, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken strips for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 74°C/165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Warm the pita or flatbreads in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side or wrapped in foil in a 180°C/350°F oven for 5 minutes.
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Layer each warm pita with shredded lettuce, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Top with grilled chicken strips and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce.
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Fold the pitas and serve immediately, with extra tzatziki sauce and lemon wedges on the side if desired.
# Additional Tips:
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For authentic flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours if time permits.
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To ensure the tzatziki isn't watery, squeeze excess moisture from the grated cucumber using a clean kitchen towel.