Description
This irresistible Greek Chicken Gyros recipe features juicy marinated chicken, creamy homemade tzatziki, and fresh vegetables wrapped in warm pita bread. A Mediterranean favorite that’s perfect for meal prep, dinner nights, or summer lunches. Keywords: greek chicken gyros, chicken gyro wrap, tzatziki chicken gyro.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds chicken thighs
1 cup Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 English cucumber
1 tablespoon fresh dill
0.25 cup red onion
1 cup cherry tomatoes
4 pita breads
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
2. Grate cucumber and squeeze out water. Mix with yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make tzatziki. Chill.
3. Grill or pan-cook chicken on medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.
4. Warm pita bread in a skillet or over a flame until soft and slightly charred.
5. Assemble by spreading tzatziki on pita, adding sliced chicken, onions, tomatoes, and extra dill if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
Make tzatziki ahead for better flavor.
Warming the pita enhances texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled or Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg