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These Greek Chicken Gyros start with tender grilled chicken on a warm flatbread. Top it with your choice of tomatoes, lettuce, olives, red onions, Feta cheese, or tangy Tzatziki sauce.
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Whenever I’m craving something fresh and flavorful, these Greek Chicken Gyros hit the spot. There’s just something about the combination of juicy grilled chicken, crisp veggies, and tangy tzatziki sauce all wrapped in soft flatbread that feels like a little Mediterranean getaway on a plate.
This recipe is one of my go-to summer meals—especially when I’m firing up the grill. It’s vibrant, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to put together. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or hosting a casual backyard dinner, chicken gyros are always a crowd-pleaser.
If grilling isn’t in the cards, don’t worry! You can also make a slow-cooked version—check out my Crock Pot Chicken Gyros recipe for an even easier twist.
What Is a Gyro?
A gyro (pronounced “yee-roh”) is a popular Greek street food traditionally made with meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie. While lamb and beef are common, chicken is just as delicious and easier to make at home. The meat is served in pita or flatbread and topped with ingredients like tomatoes, onions, feta, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
The word “gyro” actually means “turn” in Greek, referring to the way the meat turns on the rotisserie. For my homemade version, I stick with marinated grilled chicken, and let me tell you—it’s absolutely packed with flavor!
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Chicken Marinade:
- Balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing – adds bold flavor and helps tenderize the meat
- Fresh lemon juice – brightens the marinade
- Dried oregano – a classic Greek herb
- Freshly ground black pepper – for a touch of spice
- Chicken breasts – boneless, skinless, and cut into cubes
For Serving:
- Flatbread or pita – warm and soft, perfect for wrapping up all the goodness
Toppings:
- Hearts of romaine – crisp and refreshing
- Red onion – thinly sliced for bite
- Tomatoes – juicy and sweet
- Kalamata olives – briny and bold
- Banana peppers or pepperoncinis – for a bit of tang and heat
- Feta cheese – salty and crumbly
- Fresh dill – a burst of herby flavor
- Tzatziki Sauce – cool, tangy, and creamy
How to Make Chicken Gyros
- Make the tzatziki sauce: In a bowl, mix together all the tzatziki ingredients (Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, and dill). For a smoother texture, give it a quick whirl in a food processor. Pop it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
- Marinate the chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes and place in a resealable plastic bag. Whisk together the marinade ingredients, pour it over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Grill the chicken: Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat, turning every couple of minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
- Rest the chicken: Remove the chicken from the skewers and wrap in foil. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes to lock in those juices.
- Assemble the gyros: Lay out a piece of warm flatbread. Add grilled chicken, a generous spoonful of tzatziki, and your favorite toppings. Fold it up and dig in!
Customization Ideas
Make these chicken gyros your own! Try these tasty swaps:
- Use naan instead of pita for a softer, chewier wrap.
- Add hummus or baba ghanoush as a spread.
- Swap the chicken for grilled shrimp, beef, or falafel for a vegetarian option.
- Top with pickled red onions or cucumber ribbons for extra zing.
Storage and Reheating Tips
- Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Tzatziki sauce stays fresh in the fridge for 3–4 days.
- Reheat chicken gently in the oven, air fryer, or a skillet before serving in wraps again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You can prep the marinade, tzatziki, and toppings in advance. Grill the chicken the day of for the freshest flavor.
Wrap it in foil and heat in a 300°F oven for about 5–10 minutes, or microwave for 15 seconds.
Absolutely! Chicken thighs are juicy and flavorful—just be sure to cook them through.
No, not at all. It is made with yogurt and cucumber so it actually has a cooling effect.
Yes, a grill pan or skillet works just fine. Cook over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through.
I could eat these Greek Chicken Gyros every week and never get tired of them. They’re packed with flavor, easy to customize, and perfect for a laid-back lunch or dinner. If you give them a try, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment below and let me know your favorite toppings!
Greek Chicken Gyros
Ingredients
Grilled Chicken
- 3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
- 3 Tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
Assembling the Gyros
- 5 slices flatbread
- heart of romaine lettuce, cut into slices
- red onion, thinly sliced
- tomatoes, sliced
- kalamata olives
- banana peppers, or pepperoncinis, sliced
- feta cheese, crumbled
- fresh dill
- 2/3 cup Tzatziki Sauce, (2 Tablespoons per serving)
Instructions
- Combine all Tzatziki Sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix together. If you want a more smooth sauce, you can blend the sauce in a food processor. Store in the fridge until ready to eat.
- Cut up chicken into cubes and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Mix all marinade ingredients in a small bowl. Pour marinade over the chicken, seal, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Skewer chicken (remember to soak your skewers if they are wooden) and place on grill over medium-high heat, turning ¼ turn every couple minutes. When chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, remove from heat.
- For best results, remove chicken from skewers and wrap tightly in foil. Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Once the chicken is done, assemble the gyros by placing a flatbread down and topping with chicken, tzatziki sauce, and any other toppings you prefer.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Is the flatbread included in this recipe for the carbs? Or is it 5 carbs just for the chicken mixture and sauce?
The nutrition information is just for the chicken, sauce, and veggies.
Yummy! These look sooo good!
It never donned on me until today to make it with healthy chicken breast! Love!
We can’t get enough of this dish! It’s perfect for lunch!
This is my new favorite lunch! Delicious!
This is one of my favorite meals I always order when we go out. Can’t wait to try my hand at making it at home. Thanks!
I love gyros! Going to try this. I needed a tzarziki sauce recipe. I’ve been lazy and buying mine but the store I get it from no longer makes their own. :'(
Can’t wait to try this Recipe! I love gyro’s and that would be my fave. I am excited to try this little healthier dish, buyusing chicken. I think the only think i’d tweek is by using pulled(shredded) chicken!
These look yummy! I love gyros and the recipe for your Tzatziki sounds wonderful!
These look amazing!