Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki (Printable Version)
Tender souvlaki chicken, crisp vegetables, and homemade tzatziki wrapped in warm pita for an authentic Mediterranean experience.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Souvlaki Marinade
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1/4 cup olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, crushed
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Juice of 1 lemon
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3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
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1/2 tablespoon dried mint
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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3 bay leaves
→ Chicken
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2 pounds chicken breast, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Tzatziki Sauce
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1/2 large cucumber, unpeeled
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt
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2 cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced
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1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 1/2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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Pinch of ground black pepper
→ Toppings
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1 1/2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
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1/2 cup red onion, chopped
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1/2 cup cucumber, sliced and chopped into quarters
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2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
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Salt, to taste
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Ground black pepper, to taste
→ Gyros
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6-8 pita breads
# Steps:
01 -
Combine all marinade ingredients in a large resealable bag. Add chicken cubes, press air out of the bag, seal tightly, and coat chicken in marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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Grate cucumber and drain excess liquid. In a medium bowl, combine drained cucumber, yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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In a medium bowl, combine romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, feta cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
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Thread chicken onto skewers or grill individual pieces. Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush with olive oil. Cook chicken for 7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
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Warm pitas on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side. Place a line of salad toppings in the center of each pita, top with grilled chicken, and a generous scoop of tzatziki sauce. Fold and secure with parchment paper, if desired.
# Notes:
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Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour to enhance flavor and juiciness, or overnight for the best results.
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Use a digital meat thermometer when grilling to ensure the chicken is cooked to 75°C (165°F).
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Serve with gyros wrapped in parchment paper to keep the fillings intact.