Chicken Gyros

Chicken:

1/4 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed

4 cloves garlic, smashed

Juice of 1 lemon

2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 heaping tablespoons plain yogurt

1 tablespoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper

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Combine the garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, yogurt, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Whisk together until mixed well. Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour.Cook the chicken as desired, either in the skillet or with the broiler. Once the chicken is completely cooked through, transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes

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Tzatziki Sauce:

16 oz. plain Greek yogurt (a must)

1/2 cucumber, peeled and seeded

2-3 cloves garlic, pressed through a garlic press (or finely minced)

1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Salt and pepper

Squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Extra virgin olive oil

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Shred the cucumber with cheese grater. Wrap in a towel a squeeze to remove as much water as possible. Mix together yogurt, shredded cucumber, garlic, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste, and lemon juice. Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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Heat pitas. Top with chicken, tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes and sliced onions. Serve immediately

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Make this TODAY! (yum)

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♥ BON BON ♥