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Simple And Fast Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki

A simple, fast, and satisfying meal—these chicken gyros pair juicy grilled chicken with cool, herb-packed tzatziki and fresh toppings. Everything comes together in about an hour, making it great for both weeknights and meal prep.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Keyword: Simple And Fast Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4

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Ingredients

Greek Chicken
  • 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders or chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 1/4 cup greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dried mediterranean oregano
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 2 baby cucumbers, grated on a box grater
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground pepper
To Serve
  • 4 pitas, warmed
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup pickled onions
  • 2 baby cucumbers, diced
  • 1 beefsteak tomato, diced
  • 2 oz feta, crumbled

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Add the chicken, coating every piece well.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 24 hours for deeper flavor).
  3. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high.
    • Outdoor grill: clean and lightly oil the grates.
    • Grill pan: add a small drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Cook the chicken for about 5 minutes per side, or until it reaches 165°F internally.
Make the Tzatziki
  1. Mix all tzatziki ingredients together until the sauce is creamy and evenly combined.
  2. Adjust seasoning to taste and keep chilled until serving.
Assemble the Gyros
  1. Fill each warmed pita with grilled chicken.
  2. Add lettuce, pickled onions, diced tomatoes and cucumbers.
  3. Finish with crumbled feta and a generous spoonful of tzatziki.
 
Nutrition
Calories: 430 kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 820mg | Potassium: 650mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1100 IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 3mg
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