Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

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The WW Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce is a yummy and healthy supper option, especially for Weight Watchers who want to cut down on calories and WW points. These gyros include whole wheat pitas with lean chicken inside and also fat-free Greek yogurt. The WW Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce make you feel full for the day and also feel light to consume. This recipe does not require much time to make; you only need half an hour to finish making these exciting, healthy, and delicious chicken gyros. This recipe can satisfy people who like to eat delicious foods without taking in many calories or WW points.

STATS:

  • Calories: 260 kcal
  • Preparation time: Fifteen minutes
  • Serving size: 1 gyro
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Grill pan
  • Mixing bowls

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CHICKEN MARINADE:

  • 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • Cooking spray
  • 2 tbsp of lemon juice
  • Pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves of minced garlic
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp of dried oregano
  • ½ tsp of paprika

TZATZIKI SAUCE:

  • ½ grated & squeezed dry cucumber
  • 1 clove of minced garlic
  • Pepper to taste
  • One tbsp of lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp of chopped mint
  • 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • Salt to taste

FOR ASSEMBLY:

  • 4 small whole wheat pitas
  • 1 small sliced tomato
  • ½ small thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 cup of lettuce

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • We use lean chicken breast for low WW points. For an alternative, use tofu or turkey breast.

NON-FAT GREEK YOGURT:

  • This yogurt is high in protein and gives us a creaminess.

WHOLE WHEAT PITA:

  • It consists of fiber. For an alternative, use lettuce wraps or low-carb pita.

COOKING SPRAY:

  • We use this to replace the use of olive oil. For an alternative option, you can use olive oil, but it will increase WW points.

CUCUMBER:

  • These include a crunchy and crispy texture. For an alternative option, use zucchini.

MINT:

  • It naturally gives its freshness to the recipe. Use parsley as a substitute.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Mix pepper, salt, oregano, paprika, garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  2. Put the chicken in to coat and marinate well for a minimum of fifteen minutes or for two hours inside the fridge.
  3. Spray some cooking spray on the grill pan and cook the chicken for four to five minutes over medium to high heat on each side till you see a golden
  4. color, and cook the chicken properly.
  5. For the tzatziki sauce, grate the cucumber and press it firmly to release any liquid with the use of a towel. Using a bowl, mix in salt, pepper, mint,
  6. lemon juice, garlic, cucumber, and fat-free yogurt, and chill the sauce.
  7. Heat up the whole wheat pits and assemble the onion, tomato, and lettuce.
  8. On top, put the chicken and a good amount of the tzatziki sauce.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • You can include other, extra vegetables inside the gyro as well.
  • Serving these chicken gyros with roasted chickpeas or Greek salad is a good option.
  • You may also use feta cheese to add on top, but it will add 1 WW point.

TIPS:

  • For the tzatziki sauce to become thick, make sure you squeeze the cucumber thoroughly.
  • For the chicken to give its best flavor, marinate it for a night.
  • If the chicken is getting sticky in the pan, you can use a splash of water.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • The chicken can last for four days in a sealed vessel, and for the sauce, refrigerate for three days.

FREEZER:

  • For the chicken, freeze it for two months and thaw it before you heat it up. Do not freeze the sauce, as the yogurt might separate.

FAQs:

How can I make these gyros free from dairy ingredients?

  • You can utilize soy or coconut yogurt.

Can we prepare this for an event beforehand?

  • Yes, you can, just stock the sauce and chicken individually and assemble when you need to.

Why did my sauce become more watery?

  • It might happen if you did not squeeze your cucumbers well.

Can I buy this sauce from the store?

  • Yes, but be sure to check the WW points and the nutrition label on it.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 260 kcal
Net carbs: 22 grams
Iron: 1.4 milligrams
Total carbs: 24 grams
Vitamin A: 740 IU
Fiber: 2 grams
Calcium: 130 milligrams
Protein: 33 grams
Serving size: 1 gyro
Sodium: 430 milligrams
Serving: 4
Potassium: 520 milligrams
Weight Watcher Points: 2 points