Charred Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki and Warm Pita

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Juicy marinated chicken thighs grilled and wrapped in warm pita bread with refreshing cucumber tzatziki and fresh vegetables for a classic Greek street food experience. This greek-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, Greek yogurt, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced (for tzatziki)
• 4 pieces pita bread
• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb boneless chicken thighs with 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki by mixing 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp white vinegar, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
4. Step 4: Warm 4 pita breads on the grill for 1 minute per side until soft and pliable.
5. Step 5: To assemble, spread 2 tbsp of tzatziki on each warm pita, layer with sliced grilled chicken, 1/4 cup chopped romaine lettuce, 3-4 tomato slices, and thin slices of 1/2 small red onion. Fold and serve immediately.