Taste of Greece: Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe

Method:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
   • Add the thinly sliced chicken breast to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated.
   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
2. Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
   • In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (make sure to squeeze out excess water), minced garlic, chopped dill, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
   • Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
   • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and nicely browned.
   • Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
4. Prepare the Gyros:
   • Warm the pita bread or flatbreads briefly in the oven or on the grill until just heated through.
   • Spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each pita bread.
   • Arrange sliced chicken, tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, lettuce or herbs, and any optional toppings (like Kalamata olives or crumbled feta cheese) on top of the tzatziki sauce.
5. Wrap and Serve:
   • Fold the sides of the pita bread over the fillings to form a wrap or roll.
   • Secure with toothpicks if needed and serve immediately.
6. Enjoy Your Greek Chicken Gyros:
   • Serve the Greek Chicken Gyros warm, accompanied by extra tzatziki sauce and your favorite Mediterranean-inspired sides like Greek salad or roasted vegetables.

Savor the Flavors of the Mediterranean!!