Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Grandma’s Mediterranean Chicken Gyros, a delightful recipe that brings authentic Greek cuisine to your home. This dish features tender, yogurt-marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with a creamy feta-dill tzatziki sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these gyros are not just a meal; they are an experience steeped in tradition and flavor. Each bite is filled with nostalgia and warmth, making it a recipe you’ll want to pass down for generations. Prepare for an enjoyable cooking adventure as you assemble these delicious wraps bursting with fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh dill (chopped)
- 6–8 warm pita bread wraps
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced cucumber
- Thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- For the tzatziki sauce: Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. Mix with Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, feta cheese, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Warm pita bread and spread tzatziki on each wrap. Top with sliced chicken and your choice of veggies before folding.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (210g)
- Calories: 408
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 612mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg