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Greek Chicken, Tzatziki & Pita – Easy & Delicious!

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Experience a flavor explosion with this Greek Chicken With Tzatziki And Pita recipe that brings the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean to your kitchen. It’s a surprisingly simple yet utterly delicious meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Lemon zest
  • Fresh minced garlic
  • Dried oregano
  • Dried thyme (optional)
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Full-fat Greek yogurt
  • English or Persian cucumber
  • Fresh dill
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Pita bread
  • Sliced red onion (optional)
  • Fresh tomatoes (optional)
  • Shredded lettuce (optional)
  • Kalamata olives (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: If using boneless, skinless chicken thighs, leave them whole or cut larger ones into two pieces. If using chicken breasts, slice them into 1-inch thick strips or butterfly them.
  2. Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano (and thyme, if using), salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Combine and Marinate: Add the prepared chicken to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to coat, cover with plastic wrap or transfer to a Ziploc bag, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally for 2-4 hours or overnight.
  4. Grate the Cucumber: Using a box grater, grate the cucumber.
  5. Remove Excess Water: Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
  6. Mix the Tzatziki: In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, fresh chopped dill, fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  7. Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat Your Cooking Surface: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
  9. Cook the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on the hot grill in a single layer. Cook for about 4-6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  10. Rest the Chicken: Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  11. Warm the Pita: Warm the pita bread on the grill, in a skillet, toaster, or wrapped in foil in the oven.
  12. Assemble Your Dishes: Lay out warm pita, spoon tzatziki onto the pita, top with grilled chicken, and add optional toppings.
  13. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Greek Chicken With Tzatziki And Pita while fresh and warm.

Nutrition

Keywords: Marinate the chicken for at least 2-4 hours for the best flavor. Squeeze the cucumber well to avoid watery tzatziki. Let tzatziki chill for flavors to meld. Rest the chicken after cooking for juiciness.

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