Mediterranean Chicken Gyros
If you crave a meal that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, Mediterranean Chicken Gyros are the perfect choice. This delightful recipe combines tender, marinated chicken with fresh vegetables and a zesty tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. Not only is this dish bursting with flavor, but it’s also quick to prepare—ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The hands-on nature of assembling your own gyros makes it a fun activity for everyone at the table. With wholesome ingredients and endless variations, these gyros will quickly become a favorite in your home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced chicken
- Cherry tomatoes
- Red onion
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Tzatziki sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by cooking sliced chicken in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through. Season to taste with your favorite spices.
- Assemble the gyros by placing shredded lettuce, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese into the warm pita.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the fillings and add a touch of olive oil. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Wrap each pita tightly around the filling and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg