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Chicken Gyros
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- YIELDS
- 6 halves
- COOK TIME
- 8 Min
You won't believe how easy it is to turn out this Greek restaurant and festival favorite at home. Our delicious Chicken Gyros topped with traditional cucumber-yogurt sauce can be on your table in no time.
What You'll Need
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chunked
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half
- 2 cups sliced romaine lettuce
- 1 large tomato, chopped
What to Do
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In a food processor or blender, lightly pulse yogurt, sour cream, cucumber, dill, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, leaving mixture chunky. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sprinkle chicken with remaining salt, pepper, and the oregano. Add chicken to skillet, and cook 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until no pink remains and juices run clear. Pour remaining lemon juice over chicken about 2 minutes before the end of the cooking time; remove from pan and let cool slightly.
- Cut chicken into strips. Open each pita pocket and, distributing evenly, fill with lettuce, tomato, and chicken. Top with cucumber sauce, and serve.
Notes
- Top with our refreshing and delicious Cucumber Sauce!
- If you're looking for more great Greek recipes, be sure to check out our collection of International Favorites: 6 Menus from Around the World.
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wkmekjian 5335682
Jun 29, 2012
Sounds delish !! Having company this week .....going to try this ! Thanks
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sweetpea99
Jun 27, 2012
Delicious!! Simple & a nice change of pace. I used flatbread warmed in a skillet instead of pita bread...quite tasty! Just folded it like a taco. Also used Greek yogurt. Will make again!
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Barbles
Jun 27, 2012
Sounds wonderful! We will try it over the 4th of July!
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DEERBETTY 6333160
Jun 23, 2012
I love Greek food and am anxious to try this recipe, but have to wait until I can get all the ingredients at a nearby town.
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