Mediterranean Chicken Gyros Creamy Feta (Print-Friendly Version)
This Mediterranean chicken dish features marinated thighs with creamy feta tzatziki, fresh cucumber, and cherry tomatoes making it a perfect spring or summer meal. A keeper for your kitchen.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chicken Marinade
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Gyro Assembly
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4 pita breads
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cucumber, diced
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1 red onion, thinly sliced
→ Feta Tzatziki Sauce
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1 cup plain Greek yogurt
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1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 clove garlic, minced
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Combine olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Add chicken thighs and coat thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Transfer marinated chicken to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Slice the cooked chicken into strips. Spread feta tzatziki sauce onto each pita bread, top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Fold or roll the pita to enclose the fillings.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allow the chicken to marinate at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor.