Healthy Chicken Gyros
A delicious and healthy take on classic Greek chicken gyros featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a light homemade tzatziki sauce wrapped in whole wheat pita bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 whole wheat pita breads
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki sauce)
1/2 cup cucumber, finely grated and drained
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for tzatziki sauce)
1 clove garlic, minced (for tzatziki sauce)
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (for tzatziki sauce)
1/4 teaspoon salt (for tzatziki sauce)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper (for tzatziki sauce)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and olive oil to create the marinade.
Add the thinly sliced chicken breast to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing 1 cup Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the marinated chicken slices in the hot pan for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
Warm the whole wheat pita breads in the oven or on a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes until soft and pliable.
To assemble each gyro, spread 2 tablespoons of tzatziki sauce on a warm pita bread.
Top with cooked chicken slices, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
Fold the pita around the fillings and serve immediately.