Description
Ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with bold Mediterranean flavor? These Irresistible Greek Chicken Gyros are a quick dinner idea packed with juicy marinated chicken, crisp fresh veggies, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce all wrapped in warm pita. This easy recipe is perfect for a healthy lunch, food-on-the-go, or a fun DIY family meal night. Whether you’re craving Mediterranean, looking for healthy snack options, or just need new dinner ideas—this one checks every box.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds chicken thighs or breasts
1 cup Greek yogurt
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 to 6 pita breads or naan
1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
1 cup cucumber, sliced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh lettuce or kale
1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
2. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat with a bit of olive oil. Cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly charred. Let rest, then slice into strips.
3. While chicken cooks, prep the veggies: slice tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and wash the greens.
4. If making tzatziki: mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and chill.
5. Warm the pita bread by wrapping in foil and placing in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes, or heating in a dry skillet until soft.
6. Assemble gyros by laying pita flat, adding a layer of greens, chicken strips, fresh veggies, and topping with a generous spoon of tzatziki. Fold and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Always warm your pita before assembling for a softer wrap.
Use chicken thighs for more flavor, or breasts for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet or Grill Pan
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Greek gyros, chicken gyros, easy dinner, healthy lunch, Mediterranean wrap