Description
Juicy, marinated chicken served in warm pita with a refreshing, creamy feta tzatziki, crisp veggies, and a hint of lemon. A perfect weeknight Mediterranean feast.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 English cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
- For tzatziki: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, feta, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), dill, mint, and lemon zest. Mix well and set aside.
- Warm pita breads on the grill or in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble gyros: Spread a generous amount of feta tzatziki on each pita. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and shredded lettuce. Fold and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne or sumac. If you don’t have a grill, pan-sear the chicken in a skillet. Make the tzatziki ahead of time for even better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean