Chicken Gyro

4.3(103 reviews)

Greek-style chicken gyro — spiced chicken wrapped in pita with tzatziki, vegetables. Mediterranean street food. The yogurt-spice marinade creates the signature flavor.

Prep Time

13 min

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Cook Time

22 min

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Servings

4

Calories

465 cal

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Chicken Gyro — homemade American fast food recipe with chicken, pita bread, lettuce, 4 servings, ready in 35 minutes
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servings
  • Chicken500 g
  • Pita Bread1
  • Lettuce2 cups
  • Tomato2 medium
  • Onion1 medium
  • Mayonnaise3 tbsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black Pepper½ tsp

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Ingredients

Makes 4 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust

  • Chicken500 g
  • Pita Bread1
  • Lettuce2 cups
  • Tomato2 medium
  • Onion1 medium
  • Mayonnaise3 tbsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black Pepper0.5 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice 1.5 lb chicken thighs into ¼-inch strips. Marinate at least 4 hours: ¼ cup olive oil, juice of 2 lemons, 1 cup yogurt, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons oregano, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 2 teaspoons salt.

  2. 2

    Cook chicken in cast iron over high heat for 90 seconds per side until charred.

  3. 3

    Make tzatziki: grate 1 cucumber, salt, squeeze water out. Mix with 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 grated garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped dill, ½ teaspoon salt.

  4. 4

    Warm 4 pita breads in dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.

  5. 5

    Build each gyro: pita laid flat, generous tzatziki, chicken strips, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced red onion, crumbled feta.

  6. 6

    Roll tightly. Wrap bottom in parchment. Serve with fries (Greek-style with sumac) or Greek salad.

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💡 Expert Tips

  • 1.Long marinade. Mediterranean spices need time.
  • 2.Maximum heat. Char defines gyros.
  • 3.Squeeze cucumber for tzatziki.
  • 4.Crumbled feta. Signature Greek element.

🔬 Why It Works

Greek chicken gyros succeed with proper marinade (yogurt-acid tenderizes, spices flavor), high-heat cooking (signature char), and the tzatziki contrast (cool tangy against warm savory). The combination defines the dish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Best bread?
Pita (with pocket if available) or pita flatbread. Pita-style flatbread (no pocket) is most common.
Tzatziki ahead?
Yes — improves overnight refrigerated.
Origin?
Greek. Originally lamb on vertical rotisserie. Chicken version is modern.
Sides?
Greek salad, fries, rice pilaf, lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (recipe makes 4 servings)

Calories465kcal
Protein18g
Carbohydrates6g
Fat35g
Fiber3g
Sugar34g

* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.

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