Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki and Grilled Pita

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Juicy marinated chicken strips grilled and served in warm pita bread with fresh tzatziki and crisp vegetables. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs olive oil, lemon juice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 skinless chicken thighs, sliced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup cucumber, finely grated and drained
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 4 pita breads
• 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
• 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb sliced chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken slices for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove and let rest.
3. Step 3: For the tzatziki, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt with 1/2 cup finely grated and drained cucumber, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and refrigerate until serving.
4. Step 4: Warm 4 pita breads on the grill for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly toasted and pliable.
5. Step 5: To assemble, spread 2 tbsp tzatziki on each pita, add grilled chicken, 1/4 cup chopped romaine lettuce, 3-4 slices of tomato, and some red onion slices. Fold and serve immediately.