Greek Chicken Gyros! Greece, which is known in the ancient times as Hellas, is a country located in southeastern Europe. From the mainland to the islands Greece is so beautiful. Greece has one of the most iconic cultures, histories and geographies but also great cuisine. Between other european countries, in Greece you will find some of the friendliest people who take hospitality seriously.
Yield: 4 servings
Greek Chicken Gyros
Greek Chicken Gyros! Greece, which is known in the ancient times as Hellas, is a country located in southeastern Europe. From the mainland to the islands Greece is so beautiful. Greece has one of the most iconic cultures, histories and geographies but also great cuisine. Between other european countries, in Greece you will find some of the friendliest people who take hospitality seriously.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Additional Time
3 hours
Total Time
3 hours 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken breast (cut into pieces)
- ¼ cup greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1½ tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp oregano
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- ½ cucumber (halved with skin and seeds removed)
- ¾ cup low-fat plain greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic (pressed or minced)
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh dill (minced)
- lemon juice
- pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and oregano in bag and let marinate at least 30 minutes, preferably 2-4 hours. The ideal time is 24 hours.
- Chicken can be cooked on grill or in skillet. To cook on grill place chicken on kebabs and heat grill to medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until chicken is full cooked.
- To cook chicken on skillet. Heat skillet to medium high heat. Sprinkle with oil. Add chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and golden brown.
- Place chicken in bread. Top with tzatziki sauce and greek salad.
- Prepare the tzatziki sauce by grating the cucumber. Gather the cucumber together and place in a paper towel and press the water out of the shredded cucumber and place in a medium size bowl.
- Add the yogurt, garlic, red wine vinegar, some lemon juice, fresh dill, sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or more.
- Spread some of the tzatziki sauce onto the warm bread with tomatoes, sliced red onion and chicken meat. Fold the bread and wrap in parchment paper or serve immediately.
Notes
Greek food has been in the spotlight for it’s use of fresh herbs and spices, olive oil, lemon juice, protein packed Greek yogurt, and flavorful meats.
Gyros are an economical meal choice and so yummy. When the meat is roasted vertically and turning on the spit it is known as Gyro.
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