Tender marinated chicken, creamy homemade tzatziki, and crisp salad wrapped in warm pita — a Mediterranean must-make!
🕒 Servings and Timing:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Marinate Time: 2–12 hours
Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes active
Servings: 4–6 gyros
🔍 Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate):
Calories: ~450
Protein: ~35g
Carbs: ~25g
Fat: ~20g
(Varies with type of bread and tzatziki portion)
📋 Ingredients List:
🐔 For the Chicken & Marinade:
2 lb (1 kg) boneless skinless chicken thigh fillets
3 garlic cloves, minced (~3 tsp)
1 tbsp white wine vinegar (or red wine/apple cider)
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp Greek yogurt (preferably full-fat)
1½ tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt, black pepper to taste
🥒 For the Tzatziki:
2 cucumbers, grated and squeezed (for ½–¾ cup flesh)
1¼ cups Greek yogurt (full-fat for best flavor)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or more to taste)
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ tsp salt, pepper to taste
🥗 For the Salad:
Tomatoes, deseeded and diced
3 cucumbers, diced
½ red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
🫓 To Serve:
4–6 pita breads or flatbreads, warmed
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
Mix marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add chicken and coat well.
Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 12 hours (the longer, the better!).
Step 2: Make the Tzatziki
Grate cucumbers, squeeze out excess moisture.
Mix with yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Chill.
Step 3: Prep the Salad
Dice all veggies and toss together with salt, pepper, and parsley if using. Chill until serving.
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
Grill or pan-fry marinated chicken on medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and charred. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
Step 5: Assemble Your Gyros
Warm your pitas or flatbreads. Layer with:
Sliced chicken
A scoop of salad
Generous tzatziki drizzle
Wrap it up and enjoy!
💡 Tips & Variations:
Low-carb option: Serve in lettuce wraps or over cauliflower rice.
Make-ahead: Marinate chicken and make tzatziki the night before.
Add-ins: Crumbled feta, olives, or hot sauce for extra flair.
❄️ Storage:
Chicken: Refrigerate cooked chicken up to 3 days.
Tzatziki: Store in an airtight jar for up to 5 days.
Salad: Best fresh, but will keep for 1–2 days.
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