Chicken-Cucumber Gyros: A No-Oven Summer Delight

July 18, 2023

Featured Flavor Tuscan Evening

Feeds 4-6

Prep Time —

Cook Time 6-8 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes (includes marinating time)

Summer heat making your kitchen feel like a sauna? Skip the oven and whip up these fresh, tangy gyros that’ll transport your taste buds straight to the Italian countryside—without leaving your backyard! Light, bright, and bursting with flavor, these Chicken-Cucumber Gyros are perfect for hot days when you crave something satisfying but don’t want to tur...

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch cubes

Marinade:

½ cup olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp Tuscan Evening

Veggie Mix:

1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped
¼ cup finely chopped onion

Sauce:

½ cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dill weed
½ tsp garlic powder

Other:

5–6 whole wheat pitas, warmed
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:
In a shallow dish, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and Tuscan Evening. Add the chicken cubes, cover, and refrigerate for up to 6 hours. (Pro tip: longer marination = more herby goodness!)
Cook the Chicken:
Drain the chicken, discarding excess marinade. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat (cast iron works best) and cook the chicken for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Prep the Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Veggies:
In another bowl, toss cucumber, tomato, and onion. Sprinkle a pinch of Tuscan Evening for an extra flavor kick.
Build the Gyros:
Warm the pitas and layer with cooked chicken, veggie mixture, a dollop of yogurt sauce, and crumbled feta. Fold or roll and serve immediately.

These gyros are the perfect combination of fresh, herby, and satisfying. They’re quick, easy, and totally no-fuss—ideal for summer lunches, casual dinners, or anytime you want a mini culinary escape.