Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki
Prep Time: 15 minutes (+ marinating)
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Servings: 4
🧾 Ingredients
🔸 Marinated Greek Chicken
1½ lb (680 g) chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp cumin (optional)
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
🔸 Cucumber Tzatziki
1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat for best flavor)
½ cup grated cucumber, seeds removed & squeezed dry
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
1 clove garlic, finely grated
Salt to taste
Fresh dill or mint (optional)
🔸 For Serving
Pita bread or flatbreads
Sliced tomatoes
Red onion slices
Lettuce or cabbage
Optional: feta cheese
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Marinate the chicken
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Coat chicken and marinate 30 minutes to overnight.
2️⃣ Cook the chicken
Grill, pan-sear, or roast at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping once.
Rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
3️⃣ Make tzatziki
Combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and herbs.
Chill 10 minutes for best flavor.
4️⃣ Assemble gyros
Warm pita.
Add chicken, veggies, and generous tzatziki.
Sprinkle with feta if desired.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Gyro – Approx.)
Calories: 430 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Fat: 22 g
Total Carbs: 28 g
Fiber: 3 g
Net Carbs: 25 g
✅ High-protein
✅ Fresh & flavorful
✅ Great for meal prep
💡 Tips & Variations
Low-carb/keto: serve in lettuce wraps or low-carb pita
Add cucumber + tomato salad on the side
Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
Extra garlic? Add it — gyros love bold flavor 😄