Here’s a simple and authentic Chicken Gyros recipe 🥙🍗—juicy, flavorful, and perfect for wrapping in pita with fresh toppings.
🥙 Chicken Gyros
⏱ Time
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Marinate: 2–4 hours (optional but recommended)
- Cook: 15 minutes
- Serves: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1½ lbs (700 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed of excess water
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
To Serve
- 4–6 pita breads or flatbreads
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Lettuce or arugula
- Optional: feta cheese, olives
Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
- Mix olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken thoroughly with the marinade.
- Refrigerate 2–4 hours (or at least 30 minutes for quicker prep).
2️⃣ Prepare Tzatziki
- Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3️⃣ Cook the Chicken
- Skillet method: Heat oil over medium-high heat, cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Oven method: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes.
- Let rest, then slice thinly.
4️⃣ Assemble Gyros
- Warm pita breads.
- Spread tzatziki on each pita.
- Add sliced chicken, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
- Optional: sprinkle feta and olives.
- Fold and enjoy!
🌟 Tips
- Use chicken thighs for juicier gyros.
- Grill the chicken for an authentic smoky flavor.
- Tzatziki can be made a day ahead—flavors improve over time.
- For a quick weeknight version, you can cook everything on a sheet pan and assemble directly.
I can make that fast sheet-pan chicken gyros recipe next if you want a 20-minute dinner version.
Do you want me to do that?
