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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with sliced marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy feta tzatziki in warm pita bread

Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki

Tender herb-marinated chicken thighs wrapped in warm pita with creamy feta tzatziki sauce, fresh vegetables, and authentic Mediterranean flavors
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs pounded to even thickness if needed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano preferably Greek oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads whole wheat or white
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced, English cucumber preferred
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat preferred
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled, from block preferred
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill chopped, optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Add chicken thighs (pounded to even 1-inch thickness if needed) and coat thoroughly with marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes minimum, or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
  2. Prepare tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, lemon juice, minced garlic, dill (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate covered until ready to use (can be made up to 1 day ahead).
  3. Heat skillet over medium-high heat until a drop of water sizzles. Add marinated chicken thighs and cook for 6-7 minutes per side without moving, until golden brown crust forms and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Juices should run clear with no pink remaining.
  4. Remove chicken from heat and let rest on cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice into 1/4-inch thick strips.
  5. Warm pita breads in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted.
  6. To assemble each gyro: spread 3 tablespoons tzatziki down center of warm pita, add sliced chicken strips, and top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Fold bottom up first, fold in both sides, then roll tightly. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover chicken, vegetables, and tzatziki separately in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Tzatziki sauce improves in flavor after 1 day. Marinated raw chicken can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat chicken in skillet before assembling gyros.