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Mediterranean Chicken Gyros

Tender, marinated chicken tucked into warm pita bread with crisp veggies and a tangy Tzatziki sauce—a filling meal perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 4-6 pita bread rounds
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber grated and drained
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken strips and toss until fully coated. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge).
  • Make the Tzatziki sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let it rest for 2 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
  • Warm the pitas: Lightly toast them in a dry skillet for 20-30 seconds per side.
  • Assemble the gyros: Spread Tzatziki on each pita, add lettuce, tomato, onion, chicken, and a sprinkle of feta. Fold or roll the pita to enclose the fillings.