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Easy Chicken Gyro Recipe

Easy Chicken Gyro Recipe

Juicy marinated chicken tucked into warm pitas with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki—fast, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 37 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt for marinade
  • 0.25 cup olive oil extra-virgin preferred
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 4 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt divided, to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 4 piece pita bread Greek-style or pocketless if available
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cup romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1.5 cup tomatoes diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, whisk yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, 1.0 tsp salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  • Add chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes (or refrigerate up to 4 hours).
  • Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Lightly oil the surface.
  • Cook chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side until browned and the center reaches 165°F. Transfer to a cutting board, rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
  • Warm pitas in a dry skillet or directly over a low flame for 15 to 20 seconds per side until pliable.
  • Assemble gyros: Spread tzatziki on warm pitas, add lettuce, sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Sprinkle with dill and feta. Finish with a pinch of the remaining salt to taste.
  • Fold and serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter option, swap chicken thighs for chicken breasts and reduce cook time. Pitas can be replaced with naan if desired. Leftover chicken keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.