This Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe features warm pita bread piled high with grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and the best tzatziki sauce I’ve ever tasted.
author’s note
This Marinade Is the Secret to Seriously Good Chicken Gyros!
This Greek chicken marinade has been one of my go-to ways to make chicken for years. I honestly know it by heart. Most of the time, I serve it over rice with veggies for an straightforward Greek chicken bowl. But when I had family coming to visit, I decided to switch things up and try it in warm pita for more of a gyro feel.
It is satisfying to Greek food and all those fresh, satisfying flavors, and in my opinion, nothing beats a good gyro. So I set everything out like an elevated taco bar with grilled chicken, soft pita, and all the toppings so everyone could build their own. It was one of those dinners where people kept going back for more.
It ended up being one of a reliable ways to serve a crowd, and now these Greek chicken gyros are officially on regular rotation at my house.
Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps & Tips |
|---|---|
| Chicken breasts | Swap with chicken thighs |
| Greek yogurt | Use full-fat for best flavor or swap with 2 percent |
| Lemon juice | Fresh is best but bottled works if needed |
| Olive oil | Any mild oil can work as a backup |
| Dried oregano | Italian seasoning works in a pinch |
| Red wine vinegar | Sub with white wine vinegar or lemon juice |
| Honey | Maple syrup also works |
| Tzatziki sauce | from-scratch has the best flavor but store-bought works |
| Pita | Naan or flatbread can work if you can’t find pita |
How To Make This Chicken Gyros Recipe
- Marinate Chicken: Mix all marinade ingredients and coat chicken. Refrigerate.
- Make Tzatziki Sauce: Prep and refrigerate.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook the marinated chicken on a grill.
- Prepare Veggies: Cut tomatoes, cucumber, and red onions.
- Assemble Gyros: Warm the pita, then add veggies, sliced grilled chicken, and tzatziki.
Quick Tip
How do you pronounce “gyro”? Save yourself the awkward moment in front of your guests. It’s pronounced “YEAR-oh.”
More straightforward Chicken Recipes:
Dinner
Shish Tawook (Chicken on Skewers)
Dinner
Chicken and Chimichurri
Salads
Crispy Chicken SaladTips For Success
- Marinate in a zip-top bag: Use a gallon-size bag for straightforward cleanup and even coating.
- Rest the chicken: Tent with foil for a few minutes after grilling to keep it juicy.
- Grill the pita: Toast for about 30 seconds per side to warm it up and prevent tearing.
- Serve assembly-style: Set out all components so everyone can build their own gyro.
Featured Comment
“I made these for dinner last night and they were so delish!!! That sauce is to die for, I was dipping everything in it!”
– Jessica
Storage
- Make Ahead: Marinate the chicken and prepare the tzatziki up to a day in advance for this Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe.
- Storage: Store chicken, veggies, and sauce in separate airtight containers. Keep pita separate. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat in a skillet or microwave.
