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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki

Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki in 30 Minutes


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A flavorful Mediterranean dish featuring seasoned chicken wrapped in warm pita bread with creamy feta tzatziki sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 500g chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dill

Instructions

  1. Mix chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully done, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Combine yogurt, feta, cucumber, lemon juice, and dill to make tzatziki.
  4. Warm pita bread briefly in a pan or microwave.
  5. Fill pita with chicken and top with tzatziki.

Notes

  • Let chicken marinate for 30 minutes for extra flavor.
  • Squeeze excess water from grated cucumber to prevent watery tzatziki.
  • Serve with fresh vegetables or a side salad.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 gyro
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Mediterranean, chicken, gyros, feta, tzatziki, easy dinner