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Chicken Gyro

Chicken Gyro: 5 Savory Steps to Pure Mediterranean Bliss

A flavorful and satisfying chicken gyro wrapped in pita bread with fresh vegetables and sauces.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken fillet, sliced
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 pita bread
  • 1 cup lettuce, chopped
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken fillet and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes, until fully cooked.
  5. Warm the pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Assemble the gyro: place chicken, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and tzatziki sauce in the pita.
  7. Wrap the pita and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Feel free to add more vegetables like onions or bell peppers.
  • For extra flavor, add spices of your choice.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 gyro
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken Gyro, Mediterranean, Pita, Grilled Chicken