Description

This Greek Chicken Gyro recipe features tender, marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and served in warm pita bread with classic toppings like tzatziki sauce, fresh tomatoes, shredded lettuce, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. It’s an authentic Mediterranean main course that’s perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Marinade and Chicken

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Assembly

4 pita or flatbreads
1 cup tzatziki sauce
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup shredded lettuce
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and toss well to coat thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or for best results, overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Preheat grill or skillet: Heat a grill or a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring it is hot enough to sear the chicken and develop a nice char.
Cook the chicken: Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and cook them on the grill or skillet for 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked through and nicely charred on the outside.
Rest and slice chicken: Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, then slice into strips suitable for assembling the gyros.
Warm the pita: Lightly warm the pita or flatbreads on the grill or in a pan until soft and pliable.
Assemble the gyros: Spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce over each pita, then top with sliced chicken, chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, thinly sliced red onions, and crumbled feta cheese.
Serve: Serve the gyros immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, char the pita bread briefly on the grill before assembling.
Chicken breasts can be used instead of thighs if preferred, but thighs remain juicier and more flavorful.
Serve with lemon wedges or a traditional Greek salad on the side for a complete meal experience.