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Three Greek chicken gyros on soft pita bread with grilled chicken, fresh lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, served with a side of extra tzatziki.

Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Tzatziki

Juicy marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita with fresh toppings and creamy tzatziki creates a vibrant, flavor-packed meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 34 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup olive oil use extra virgin for richer flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic freshly crushed for bold taste
  • 1 lemon juice freshly squeezed for brightness
  • 3 tablespoons parsley finely chopped for freshness
  • 1 ½ tablespoons oregano dried for classic Greek flavor
  • ½ tablespoon mint dried or fresh for herbal notes
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 3 bay leaves for aromatic depth
  • 2 pounds chicken breast cut into chunks for even cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for grilling moisture
  • ½ cucumber grated and drained to remove excess water
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt full-fat for creaminess
  • 2 cloves garlic minced finely for smooth texture
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil adds richness to sauce
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice for tangy balance
  • 1 ½ tablespoons dill freshly chopped for authentic flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon salt to enhance taste
  • 1 pinch black pepper light seasoning
  • 1 ½ cups romaine lettuce chopped for crunch
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes quartered for juiciness
  • ½ cup red onion finely chopped for sharp bite
  • ½ cup cucumber diced for freshness
  • 2 tablespoons feta cheese crumbled for tangy creaminess
  • salt and pepper to season vegetables lightly
  • 6 pita breads soft and thick for wrapping

Equipment

  • 1 Large zip-lock bag used for marinating the chicken evenly
  • 1 Mixing bowls one medium and one large for sauce and toppings
  • 1 Knife for chopping vegetables and cutting chicken
  • 1 Cutting Board for safe and clean food preparation
  • 1 Cheesecloth or fine mesh sieve to drain excess moisture from cucumber
  • 1 Box grater for grating cucumber finely
  • 6-8 Bamboo skewers optional for threading chicken before grilling
  • 1 Grill pan or outdoor grill for cooking the chicken with a charred finish
  • 1 set Measuring Cups and Spoons for accurate ingredient measurements

Method
 

  1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a sealed bag and mix thoroughly before adding the chicken pieces, coating them well and refrigerating for at least one hour.
  2. Grate the cucumber, squeeze out excess liquid, then place in a bowl and mix with yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and seasoning until smooth.
  3. Chill the prepared tzatziki in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow flavors to blend.
  4. Combine lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and feta in a bowl and gently toss together.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled grill pan over medium-high heat until hot and ready for cooking.
  6. Cook the marinated chicken pieces for about 7 minutes per side until fully cooked through and nicely charred.
  7. Warm the pita breads on the grill for a short time until soft and pliable.
  8. Layer the vegetable mixture onto each pita, add grilled chicken, and finish with a generous spoonful of tzatziki before folding to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 320gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 18mg

Notes

Every bite is fresh, zesty, and satisfying—perfect for recreating a cozy Mediterranean street-food experience right at home.

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