by Adriana Clifton
Yields 4 servings. This nutritious, high-protein meal is the ideal indulgence after a long day!
Ingredients for the Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless or chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Ingredients for Serving
- 4 pita breads
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh lettuce
- Tzatziki sauce
Directions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
- Assemble the gyros: Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a dry skillet. Place slices of cooked chicken on each pita, followed by slices of tomato, red onion, and a handful of lettuce.
- Top each gyro with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
Calories 415; Total Fat 14g; Saturated Fat 3g; Sodium 572mg; Carbs 43g; Sugars 7g; Fiber 5g; Protein 31g
