Name: Chicken Gyros
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more, to taste); 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki); 1 inch piece of an English cucumber (peeled and finely diced); 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed; Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 6 pitas (or flatbreads); 1 small romaine heart (chopped); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/2 of a red onion (thinly sliced); 1/2 of an English cucumber (thinly sliced)

Description

Discover a delightful twist on a classic favorite with our Chicken Gyros recipe! This Mediterranean-inspired dish features juicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection and nestled in warm pita bread. Topped with fresh vegetables and a creamy tzatziki sauce, these gyros are bursting with flavor, making them an ideal choice for dinner parties or quick weeknight meals. Easy to customize, you can enjoy them rolled up or open-faced. With a focus on lean protein and fresh ingredients, these Chicken Gyros are both satisfying and nutritious. Dive into this culinary adventure that brings the vibrant tastes of Greece directly to your table!

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
1 inch piece of an English cucumber (peeled and finely diced)
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
6 pitas (or flatbreads)
1 small romaine heart (chopped)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 of a red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 of an English cucumber (thinly sliced)

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Instructions

Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic, dried dill weed, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Fold in diced cucumber and refrigerate.
Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil and spices in a bowl. Add chicken to coat thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1-4 hours.
Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before chopping.
Assemble the Gyros: Warm pitas on the grill briefly. Fill each pita with grilled chicken and top with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg