Transform your mealtime with these vibrant and flavor-packed Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Salsa and Tsatsiki—a Mediterranean-inspired dish that's perfect for any occasion. Juicy, marinated chicken strips, infused with aromatic garlic, zesty lemon, and fragrant oregano, are cooked to golden perfection and wrapped in soft, warm pita bread. The freshness of the cucumber salsa, bursting with crisp veggies and a hint of parsley, perfectly balances the creamy, tangy homemade tsatsiki made with Greek yogurt and dill. Ready in just under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for a quick dinner or a fun weekend gathering. Serve these gyros warm, and let your taste buds travel to the sunny shores of Greece with every bite!
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In a medium bowl, mix 150 grams of Greek yogurt, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the chicken marinade.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 3 hours for enhanced flavor).
To prepare the tsatsiki, grate half of the cucumber and squeeze out the excess liquid. In a small bowl, combine the grated cucumber, the remaining 100 grams of Greek yogurt, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate to chill.
To make the cucumber salsa, dice the remaining half of the cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion. In a medium bowl, mix the diced vegetables with parsley, red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and ground coriander. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil, then cook the marinated chicken strips for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet for 1-2 minutes to soften.
Assemble the chicken gyros by spreading a generous layer of tsatsiki onto the pita bread. Add a portion of cooked chicken strips and top with cucumber salsa.
Fold the pita bread into a wrap and serve immediately. Enjoy your homemade chicken gyros with cucumber salsa and tsatsiki!
Serving size | (1881.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2250.0 |
Total Fat 81.3g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 14.5g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g | |
Cholesterol 438.3mg | 0% |
Sodium 7423.1mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 197.4g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 23.1g | 0% |
Total Sugars 46.1g | |
Protein 187.8g | 0% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 516.4mg | 0% |
Iron 16.6mg | 0% |
Potassium 3555.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories