Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros With Avocado Tzatziki

Who doesn’t love a good sheet pan recipe? These easy throw-and-go dinners are colorful, flavorful ways to end the day. This Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken Gyro With Avocado Crema Tzatziki brings the heat not to mention a cool, creamy dip. Break out the Greek yogurt, open the produce drawer and get slicing!

Ingredients:

Marinade Ingredients

1/3 cup plain greek yogurt

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup lemon juice

6 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon smoked paprika

1 tablespoon oregano, fresh, minced

1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

1 teaspoon salt

1.25 pounds boneless chicken breast, cubed

1 small red onion, sliced

1 large red bell pepper, seeded and sliced

Avocado Crema Tzatziki Ingredients

1 large avocado, seeded and diced

1/4 cup plain greek yogurt

1 clove garlic cloves, minced

1/4 cup lemon juice

1/2 cup cucumber, seeded and shredded

1 tablespoon cilantro, fresh, minced

1 teaspoon mint, fresh, minced

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

4 pieces pita bread, warmed

Directions:

Marinade Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, onions and peppers and toss until chicken and vegetables are evenly coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the refrigerator.

2. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange the chicken and vegetables on a baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, toss and bake another 5-10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Switch the oven to broil. Broil 1-2 minutes, until the chicken and vegetables begin to char.
 

Avocado Crema Tzatziki Directions

1. Meanwhile, make the Avocado Crema Tzatziki. Combine the avocado, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cucumber, cilantro and mint in a bowl. Use a potato masher or a fork to smash the avocado and mix everything together into a slightly chunky sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

2. To assemble, top each pita with lettuce then top with the warm chicken, onions and peppers. Add diced tomatoes and a hearty drizzle of avocado crema tzatziki. 

Note:

Garnish with lettuce and diced tomatoes.