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February 21st, 2026 1:06 PM Therese Categories: Nutrition

Looking for the perfect make-ahead breakfast for holidays, weekend brunch, or feeding a crowd? This hearty breakfast casserole is loaded with savory sausage, crispy bacon, tender hash browns, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese. The best part? You assemble it the night before, refrigerate overnight, and simply bake in the morning.

It’s comforting, filling, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

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Delicious Homemade Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki
Bring the flavors of Greece to your kitchen with these juicy chicken gyros! Marinated in a fragrant blend of herbs and spices, grilled to perfection, and topped with creamy cucumber tzatziki, fresh veggies, and feta, these gyros are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend feast.

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Marination: 30 min – 2 hours (optional)
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 4 gyros

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade
☐ 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
☐ 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
☐ 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
☐ 3 cloves garlic, minced
☐ 1 ½ tsp dried oregano
☐ 1 tsp smoked paprika
☐ ½ tsp ground cumin
☐ ½ tsp salt
☐ ¼ tsp black pepper

Cucumber Tzatziki Sauce
☐ 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
☐ ½ large cucumber, grated & squeezed
☐ 2 cloves garlic, minced
☐ 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
☐ 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
☐ 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
☐ ¼ tsp salt
☐ Black pepper to taste

Gyro Wraps
☐ 4 Greek-style pita breads or flatbreads
☐ 1 cup chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
☐ 1 medium tomato, diced or sliced
☐ ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
☐ ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
☐ Optional: sliced kalamata olives or pickled onions

Instructions

☐ Marinate the Chicken: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt & pepper. Add chicken & toss to coat. Cover & refrigerate 30 min – 2 hours.

☐ Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill/mint. Season with salt & pepper. Mix well, cover & refrigerate until ready.

☐ Cook the Chicken: Heat grill pan, outdoor grill, or skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 5–7 min per side (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Rest 5 min, then slice thinly.

☐ Assemble the Gyros: Warm pita breads. Spread tzatziki on each pita. Add chicken, lettuce, tomato, red onion, feta. Add extra tzatziki & optional toppings. Fold or roll pita, serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Tips & Variations
☐ Use chicken thighs for juiciness.
☐ Marinate at least 30 min for better flavor.
☐ Squeeze cucumber well for thick tzatziki.
☐ Warm pita properly to prevent tearing.
☐ Slice chicken after resting to keep juices in.
☐ Protein alternatives: lamb, beef, halloumi, chickpeas, shrimp, salmon.
☐ Low-carb option: use lettuce wraps instead of pita.
☐ Add hummus, baba ganoush, harissa, or extra spices for flavor variations.

Nutrition (Approximate per Gyro)
☐ Calories: 430 kcal
☐ Protein: 32 g
☐ Carbohydrates: 28 g
☐ Fiber: 3 g
☐ Sugars: 3 g
☐ Fat: 22 g
☐ Saturated Fat: 5 g
☐ Sodium: 620 mg

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