Description
Tender, marinated Greek chicken wrapped in warm pita and topped with creamy cucumber tzatziki, fresh veggies, and bold Mediterranean flavors — perfect for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cucumber Tzatziki:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, finely grated and drained
1 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
Salt to taste
For Assembly:
4–6 pita or flatbreads
Chopped lettuce
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced red onions
Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl or zip-top bag. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.Make the Tzatziki:
Combine all tzatziki ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.Cook the Chicken:
Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.Assemble the Gyros:
Warm the pitas, then layer with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, sliced chicken, and a generous spoonful of tzatziki. Sprinkle with feta if desired.Serve:
Fold and serve immediately
Notes
For a lighter version, use grilled chicken breast and low-fat Greek yogurt.
Make it spicy by adding a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.
These gyros can be made ahead and packed for lunch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Grilling / Skillet Cooking