Greek-Style Chicken Gyro with Tzatziki Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-09 · Updated 2026-08-09

Marinated grilled chicken slices wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This Greek-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup grated and drained cucumber
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 4 pita breads
• 1/2 cup sliced red onion
• 1 cup sliced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded lettuce

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: While chicken marinates, prepare tzatziki by mixing 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 tsp white vinegar in a small bowl. Chill until ready.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through and slightly charred. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
4. Step 4: Warm 4 pita breads on the grill or stovetop for 1-2 minutes until pliable.
5. Step 5: To assemble, spread 2 tbsp tzatziki sauce on each pita, top with sliced chicken, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes, and 1/4 cup shredded lettuce. Fold and serve immediately.