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Chicken Gyro with Tzatziki Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, the gyro is a beloved street food made with meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie. Traditionally served in pita bread with fresh vegetables and tzatziki sauce, it reflects the Mediterranean's emphasis on fresh, simple ingredients. Today, gyros can be found worldwide, with variations in meat and toppings, making it a versatile favorite for many.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
3 crushed garlic cloves
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon oregano
3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
salt
black pepper
lettuce
tomatoes
red onions
wrap or flatbread

plain yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner; thighs are often less expensive.

1

Chop 2 chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

2

Add 3 crushed garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon oregano, 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt, and a good grinding of salt and pepper to a mixing bowl.

3

Stir the marinade to combine.

4

Leave the marinade in the fridge for 5 hours (or less if needed).

5

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a skillet over medium heat.

6

Add the marinated chicken chunks to the skillet, separating them to avoid steaming.

7

Cook the chicken until it develops a griddled effect.

8

Use a wrap or flatbread for serving.

9

Add lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and the cooked chicken to the wrap.

10

Wrap it up and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingmixing

Equipment Needed

skilletmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

GyroChicken Souvlaki

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