Greek Chicken Gyro Wraps with Tzatziki Sauce
Greek Chicken Gyro Wraps with Tzatziki Sauce are the ultimate Mediterranean-inspired meal packed with juicy marinated chicken, crisp fresh vegetables, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce wrapped in warm, soft pita bread. This easy Greek chicken gyro recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep lunches, or healthy family meals.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Marinade:
- 500 g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and drained of excess water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chopped fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried dill)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the Wrap:
- 4 large pita breads
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: Feta cheese crumbles, Kalamata olives
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken : In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat evenly, and marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce : Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
- Cook the Chicken : Preheat a grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F / 75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Prepare Vegetables and Pita : Chop romaine lettuce, slice tomato, and thinly slice red onion. Warm pita bread on a skillet or in the oven for a few minutes.
- Assemble the Wraps : Place lettuce on the pita, add tomato and onion slices. Layer with sliced chicken, then spoon a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on top. Optionally sprinkle with feta cheese and olives.
- Fold and Serve : Fold pita over the filling, securing with parchment paper or toothpicks if needed. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.