Ingredients
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 Gyro Assembly
- 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 bowl, combine the olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs and coat them well in the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), ensuring it is fully cooked.
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: While the chicken cooks, in a separate bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, and seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Slice the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and slice it into thin strips for easy assembling.
- Assemble the Gyros: Spread a generous amount of the creamy feta tzatziki sauce onto each pita bread. Add sliced chicken strips, then top with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve and Enjoy: Roll up the pita breads to enclose the fillings, serve immediately, and enjoy the vibrant, Mediterranean flavors.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken for longer (up to 2 hours) will deepen the flavor.
- For a low-carb option, use lettuce wraps instead of pita bread.
- If you prefer, the chicken can be grilled instead of cooked in a skillet.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest tzatziki sauce.
- Adjust garlic and lemon juice quantities in the tzatziki to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
