Delicious Chicken Gyros Recipe
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready to transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with our mouth-watering Chicken Gyros recipe!
Imagine juicy, marinated chicken, crispy pita bread, and a refreshing dollop of tzatziki sauce, all coming together in perfect harmony. It’s a flavor explosion that will leave you craving for more!

To start, combine all the tzatziki ingredients in a small bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Meanwhile, mix the chicken marinade ingredients and pour over the chicken, making sure it’s coated evenly. Let it marinate for at least 1-4 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.
When you’re ready to cook, heat your grill to medium heat and lift the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off. Cook the chicken for a few minutes on each side, or until it’s cooked through. Rest it on a plate, then chop it into bite-sized pieces.

Now it’s time to assemble our gyros! Toast or warm your pita bread, then add a generous helping of the chopped chicken, some crisp lettuce, sliced red onion, cucumber, and a dollop of that delicious tzatziki sauce.
And don’t forget to get creative with your toppings – the more, the merrier! Add some juicy tomatoes, a sprinkle of feta cheese, or a few olives to make it your own.

This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner, or as a show-stopping centerpiece for your next gathering. And the best part? You can make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2-3 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.
So go ahead, give in to your cravings and indulge in this mouth-watering Chicken Gyros recipe. Your taste buds will thank you!

Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- Tomatoes, sliced (optional)
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Olives (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Combine all the tzatziki ingredients in a small bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Mix the chicken marinade ingredients and pour over the chicken, ensuring it is coated evenly. Let it marinate for at least 1-4 hours, or overnight for maximum flavor.
- 3. Heat the grill to medium heat and lift the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
- 4. Cook the chicken for a few minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through. Rest on a plate and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 5. Toast or warm the pita bread, then add a generous helping of the chopped chicken, along with crisp lettuce, sliced red onion, cucumber, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- 6. Add additional toppings such as tomatoes, feta cheese, or olives as desired.
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