Greek Gyros With Tzatziki
Authentic rotisserie-style chicken gyros wrapped in warm pita bread with a cool, creamy cucumber garlic sauce.

Total
45 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 large Cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dried oregano
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 pieces Pita bread rounds
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped(optional)
- 1 tsp Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, oregano, half the garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Slice the chicken into thin strips, toss in the marinade, and let sit for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 3
Prepare the tzatziki by mixing the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, remaining garlic, remaining lemon juice, and dill in a small bowl.
- 4
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- 5
Lightly toast the pita bread in a dry pan or over an open flame until soft and pliable.
- 6
Spread a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce down the center of each warm pita.
- 7
Layer the cooked chicken, sliced red onions, and cherry tomatoes on top of the sauce.
- 8
Fold the pita tightly and serve immediately, optionally wrapping the bottom in foil to hold it together.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
580
29% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbohydrate | 48 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 890 mg |
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