Grilled Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki and Crispy Fries

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Tender grilled chicken marinated in Mediterranean spices served wrapped in warm pita with refreshing tzatziki and crispy golden fries on the side. This Greek recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 60 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 520 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 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 4 pieces pita bread
• 4 medium russet potatoes, cut into fries
• to taste salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 425°F and toss 4 medium russet potatoes cut into fries with 2 tbsp olive oil and salt to taste. Spread fries on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
3. Step 3: While fries bake, heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and grill the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-6 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is nicely charred. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
4. Step 4: To prepare tzatziki, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 minced garlic clove in a bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and stir until combined.
5. Step 5: Warm 4 pita breads in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes per side. To assemble, place sliced chicken in pita, top with 2 tbsp tzatziki sauce, and serve with crispy fries on the side.