Chicken Gyros with Zesty Feta Tzatziki for Easy Weeknight Wins

Enjoy quick and delicious Chicken Gyros with Zesty Feta Tzatziki for a perfect weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Chilling Time 15

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 gyros

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 lbs Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
2 tbsp Gyro Spices blend of oregano, garlic powder, and paprika
2 tbsp Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil

For the Tzatziki

1 cup Cucumber diced; zucchini can be used as a substitute
1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled; Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter alternative
2 cloves Garlic minced; reduce or omit for milder flavor
2 tbsp Lemon Juice can substitute with vinegar

For Serving

4 pieces Pita Bread substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free versions

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
Sheet Pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large mixing bowl, toss chicken thighs with gyro spices and olive oil.
Spread chicken thighs evenly on a baking sheet.
Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While chicken bakes, mix diced cucumber, feta cheese, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl to create tzatziki.
Wrap pita bread in aluminum foil and place in the oven for last 5 minutes.
Once chicken is done, slice into strips and assemble in warm pita with tzatziki.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store cooked chicken gyros in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Unused tzatziki lasts up to 5 days in the fridge.

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