Greek Chicken Gyros Tzatziki (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Marinade
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680g skinless chicken thighs or fillets
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60ml olive oil
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Juice of 1 lemon
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp ground cumin
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Cucumber Tzatziki
09 -
250ml plain Greek yogurt
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1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Assembly
16 -
4-6 pita breads, warmed
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup shredded lettuce
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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50g crumbled feta cheese (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
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In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
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Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into strips.
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Spread a generous amount of tzatziki onto each warm pita. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, shredded lettuce, red onion, and feta, if desired.