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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros: Quick & Healthy!

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Quick and healthy Mediterranean chicken gyros made with juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy homemade tzatziki — wrapped in warm pita for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade:

  • lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • Juice + zest of 1 lemon

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp dried thyme or dill

  • ¾ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Tzatziki:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

  • ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

To Serve:

  • 46 pita or flatbreads

  • Sliced tomato, cucumber, red onion

  • Optional: lettuce, crumbled feta

Instructions

  1. Combine marinade ingredients and coat chicken. Marinate at least 30 minutes.

  2. Cook chicken in skillet or grill until golden and cooked through. Rest and slice.

  3. Make tzatziki: mix all ingredients and chill.

  4. Warm pita, spread with tzatziki, add chicken and toppings.

  5. Wrap and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Great for meal prep — store components separately.

  • Use gluten-free or low-carb wraps if needed.

  • Adjust spice level by adding chili flakes to marinade.