Greek-inspired Chicken and Lamb Combo Gyros with Greek Salad and Tzatziki Sauce
Greek-inspired Chicken and Lamb Combo Gyros with Greek Salad and Tzatziki Sauce is a mouth-watering dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken and lamb with fresh vegetables and tangy tzatziki sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue with friends and family.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:
For the Chicken and Lamb Combo Gyros:
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
- 1 lb. boneless lamb shoulder, sliced into thin strips
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4-6 pita breads
For the Greek Salad:
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup chopped tomato
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To start, preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. In a large bowl, combine the chicken and lamb with olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Grill the chicken and lamb for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
While the meat is cooking, prepare the Greek salad by combining all the ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to combine and set aside.
Next, make the tzatziki sauce by combining all the ingredients in a small bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.
To assemble the gyros, warm the pita breads on the grill for 1-2 minutes per side. Divide the chicken and lamb mixture evenly among the pita breads. Top with the Greek salad and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
The Greek-inspired Chicken and Lamb Combo Gyros with Greek Salad and Tzatziki Sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of tender chicken and lamb with fresh vegetables and tangy tzatziki sauce creates a flavor explosion in your mouth. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Type of dish: Main course
3 main ingredients: Chicken, lamb, tzatziki sauce