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Chicken Souvlaki Gyro Style Recipe
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Chicken Souvlaki Gyro Style

By: Chris J  
"An easy and delicious way to recreate your favorite Greek restaurant dish at home. This Mediterranean-flavored recipe can be served buffet-style allowing your guests to make their own."

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What to Drink?
Wine Chardonnay
Cocktail Tom Collins
Chilled Non-Alcoholic Boston Iced Tea
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • Souvlaki Marinade:
  • 3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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  • Tzatziki Sauce (cucumber sauce):
  • 1/2 cup seeded, shredded cucumber
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning
  • kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
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  • 4 large pita bread rounds
  • 1 heart of romaine lettuce, cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tomato, halved and sliced
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 1/2 cup pepperoncini
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinaigrette, juice from 1/2 lemon, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  3. Toss the shredded cucumber with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and allow to sit at least 5 minutes. In a medium bowl, mix the yogurt, sour cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, rice vinegar, and olive oil. Season with garlic, fresh dill, and Greek seasoning. Squeeze the cucumber to remove any excess water; stir into sauce. Season to taste with kosher salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and place on prepared grill. Discard remaining marinade. Cook chicken until juices run clear, about 8 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from heat, and allow to sit about 10 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  5. Place pita rounds on the grill, and cook for about 2 minutes, until warm, turning frequently to avoid burning. Arrange warmed pita, sliced chicken, lettuce, onion, tomato, olives, and pepperoncini on a serving platter. Serve tzatziki sauce and feta cheese in separate bowls on the side. Stuff pita pockets with chicken and toppings to serve.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 764 | Total Fat: 40.5g | Cholesterol: 133mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2007 by Mary 
Excellent. I made this in the winter so we didn't use the grill. I broied the chicken 8 min... MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2007 by GOURMET631 
We loved this recipe! It's a Friday night tradition for my husband and I to go to our... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 17, 2006 by shelly 
my husband lived in greece for two years and says that this recipe was the closest he's ever... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 1, 2008 by KTPOPPY 
This had fantastic flavor and really hit spot. Reminded me of my husband and I's favorite... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2008 by ONLYMADARESANE 
This turned out great. I did tweak a few things- kinda without realizing it. (I printed the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2006 by AMYK 
This was a really great summer recipe. I warmed the pita bread on the grill slightly (it gets... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 30, 2006 by mk 
I usually only try recipes that have 4 1/2 or better stars. So I was really surprised when I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2006 by SUPERMOM4 
I was a little disappointed with this recipe. Way too much oregano for my liking and too much... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2007 by Tsubaki 
I've been searching for a really good Tzatziki recipe and this is it! My wife told me it was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 21, 2006 by THOMPSONCHEF 
We made it on a hot day and it was great! The marinade and cucumber sauce are awesome and I... MORE

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