Grilled Gyro-Spiced Chicken with Tzatziki and Warm Pita

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-31 · Updated 2026-05-31

Tender chicken marinated in classic Mediterranean gyro spices, grilled and served with refreshing tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread for a flavorful handheld meal. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (mediterranean) ready in about 27 minutes pairs boneless skinless 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 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
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
• 1 garlic clove, minced (for tzatziki)
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 4 pita breads

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk until smooth. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by mixing 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and drained cucumber, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp white vinegar in a small bowl. Stir and refrigerate to let flavors meld.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and edges develop a light char.
4. Step 4: Warm 4 pita breads wrapped in foil on the grill for 2-3 minutes until soft and pliable.
5. Step 5: Slice grilled chicken into strips, then assemble by placing chicken on each pita and topping with 2 tbsp of tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.