Name: Chicken Gyros
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 cloves garlic (minced) (for tzatziki); 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed; 2 teaspoons lemon juice (for tzatziki); Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) (for tzatziki); 1 inch piece of an English cucumber (peeled and finely diced); 6 pitas (or flatbreads); 1 small romaine heart (chopped); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/2 of a red onion (thinly sliced); 1/2 of an English cucumber (thinly sliced); Crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Chicken Gyros

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Gyros, a delightful Mediterranean dish that brings together juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce all wrapped in warm pita bread.

Author: Abella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic (minced) (for tzatziki)
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
2 teaspoons lemon juice (for tzatziki)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste) (for tzatziki)
1 inch piece of an English cucumber (peeled and finely diced)
6 pitas (or flatbreads)
1 small romaine heart (chopped)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 of a red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 of an English cucumber (thinly sliced)
Crumbled feta cheese (optional)

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Instructions

In a large bowl or ziplock bag, combine chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cumin, minced garlic, turmeric, coriander, salt, pepper, onion powder, cinnamon, and crushed red pepper flakes. Marinate for at least 1 hour (up to 4 hours).
Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F to 400°F). Grill marinated chicken for about 4-6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F).
Remove from grill and let rest for 5-10 minutes before chopping into bite-sized pieces.
Warm pitas on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
Assemble gyros by layering chopped chicken with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce on warm pitas. Wrap tightly and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Find it online: https://isabellacooks.com/chicken-gyros/