Chicken Souvlaki Gyro Style
Description
An easy and delicious recipe for Greek gyros with grilled souvlaki chicken and rich tzatziki sauce. Serve buffet-style so guests can choose their own toppings.
Ingredients
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3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
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3 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
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1/2 cup seeded, shredded cucumber
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 cup plain yogurt
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
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1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning
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kosher salt to taste
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freshly ground black pepper to taste
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4 large pita bread rounds
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1 heart of romaine lettuce, cut into 1/4 inch slices
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1 red onion, thinly sliced
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1 tomato, halved and sliced
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1/2 cup kalamata olives
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1/2 cup pepperoncini
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Directions
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In a small bowl, mix 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 chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
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Toss shredded cucumber with 1 teaspoon kosher salt; set aside for at least 5 minutes. In a medium bowl, mix yogurt, sour cream, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, rice vinegar, and olive oil. Season with garlic, fresh dill, and Greek seasoning. Squeeze 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 the preheated 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.