Ingredients
Tzatziki:
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1 (16 ounce) container Greek yogurt
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1 medium cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 ½ teaspoons dried dill weed
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1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
Chicken:
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 medium lemon, juiced
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
Gyros:
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6 (6 inch) pita bread rounds
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1 medium tomato, diced
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1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
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½ head iceberg lettuce, chopped
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
![all ingredients gathered to make chicken gyros]()
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Make the tzatziki: Combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, oil, dill, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth, then cover and refrigerate until needed.
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Make the chicken: Whisk garlic, lemon juice, oil, oregano, vinegar, salt, and pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and toss until evenly coated. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
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Remove chicken from the marinade and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
![chicken removed from marinade and placed on prepared baking sheet]()
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Broil in the preheated oven until lightly browned and no longer pink in the center, 2 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
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While the chicken is resting, make the gyros: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook each pita in the hot skillet until warm and soft, about 1 minute per side.
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Top warm pitas with chicken strips, tzatziki, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
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Enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 441 | Calories |
| 18g | Fat |
| 39g | Carbs |
| 30g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 441 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 18g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 28% |
| Cholesterol 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium 399mg | 17% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 30g | 61% |
| Vitamin C 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium 104mg | 8% |
| Iron 3mg | 16% |
| Potassium 472mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
