Greek Chicken Lemon Gyros (Print)
Tender chicken marinated in lemon and herbs, served in pita with tzatziki, fresh veggies, and Mediterranean flair.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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450 g chicken breast
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon fine sea salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ For Serving
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4 gluten-free pita breads
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250 ml tzatziki sauce
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100 g chopped lettuce
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75 g diced tomatoes
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30 g thinly sliced red onion
# Steps:
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In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
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Slice chicken breast into strips. Add to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess. Cook chicken strips for 5–7 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.
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Place pita breads on the grill or skillet and warm for about 1 minute per side until soft and heated.
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Layer cooked chicken, tzatziki sauce, chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onion onto each pita bread.
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Fold pitas around the fillings and serve immediately while warm.
# Notes:
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For enhanced flavor, marinate chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
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Serve with additional tzatziki sauce or add toppings such as feta cheese or olives for variety.