Chicken Gyros Recipe

Name: Chicken Gyros
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tsp. olive oil; 1 1/2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken-breat halves; 1/2 tsp. dried oregano; salt and pepper; 1/4 c. tahini; 1/4 c. water; 3 tbsp. nonfat plain yogurt; 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 c. Cilantro leaves; 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne); 4 pitas; 2 c. romaine lettuce; 1/2 seedless cucumber; 1 large tomato; 2 green onions

Servings: persons

1 tsp. olive oil
1 1/2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken-breat halves
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
salt and pepper
1/4 c. tahini
1/4 c. water
3 tbsp. nonfat plain yogurt
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic
1/4 c. Cilantro leaves
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
4 pitas
2 c. romaine lettuce
1/2 seedless cucumber
1 large tomato
2 green onions

1
In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil 1 minute on medium.
2
Sprinkle chicken with oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and toss to coat.
3
Add chicken to skillet and cook 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink throughout.
4
Transfer chicken to plate or bowl; cover with foil to keep warm.
5
Meanwhile, make tahini sauce: In small bowl, with wire whisk, combine tahini, water, yogurt, lemon juice, and garlic.
6
Stir in cilantro, ground red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
7
To serve, cut off one-fourth of each pita and save for use another day.
8
Carefully open each pita pocket and fill with one-fourth each romaine, cucumber, tomato, chicken, and green onions.
9
Top with tahini sauce; serve gyros with any additional sauce on the side.

350

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tsp. olive oil, 1 1/2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken-breat halves, 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Chicken Gyros falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Gyros

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