Description
Grandma’s Mediterranean Chicken Gyros is a cherished family recipe that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. With tender, yogurt-marinated chicken grilled to perfection and topped with a creamy homemade feta-dill tzatziki, these gyros are a delightful meal for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, enjoying a family dinner, or craving a quick and healthy lunch, this dish promises to satisfy. The combination of fresh vegetables and warm pita creates a flavorful wrap that everyone will love. Relive the warmth of family traditions with every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (divided)
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 6–8 warm pita bread wraps
- Fresh veggies: lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade; coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Prepare tzatziki by grating cucumber and squeezing out excess water. Mix it in a medium bowl with Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, feta cheese, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temp). Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Warm pita bread on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds.
- Assemble gyros by spreading tzatziki on each pita and topping with sliced chicken and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg