What is the difference between chicken gyros and souvlaki?

Chicken gyros use thinly sliced, marinated chicken served in pita with tzatziki and toppings, while souvlaki is cubed meat cooked on skewers. Gyros focus more on wrap-style serving and shaved meat texture.

Are Mediterranean Chicken Gyros healthy?

Mediterranean Chicken Gyros can be a healthy option since they are high in protein, use olive oil, and include fresh vegetables and yogurt-based sauce. Lighter versions can be made with chicken breast or served without pita.

Can I make chicken gyros without a grill?

Yes, chicken gyros can be cooked in a skillet, oven, or on a sheet pan. These methods still produce juicy, flavorful gyro-style chicken without the need for a grill.

How long should I marinate chicken for gyros?

Chicken should be marinated for at least 30 minutes, but marinating for 4 to 12 hours results in more tender and flavorful Mediterranean-style chicken gyros.

Mediterranean Chicken Gyros: Ultimate 5-Step Juicy Easy Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Chicken Gyros
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 6 pita breads; 1 cup tzatziki sauce; 1 cup sliced cucumber; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Description

Juicy Mediterranean Chicken Gyros made with yogurt-marinated chicken, warm pita, creamy tzatziki, and fresh vegetables. A flavorful, easy homemade version that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
6 pita breads
1 cup tzatziki sauce
1 cup sliced cucumber
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken thighs and coat them evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat with a light drizzle of olive oil.
Cook the marinated chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Warm the pita breads until soft and pliable.
Assemble the gyros by filling each pita with sliced chicken, tzatziki, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Chicken breasts can be used instead of thighs but may be slightly less juicy.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Serve as a bowl with rice or salad for a gluten-free option.
Store leftover chicken separately from toppings for best freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling, Skillet Cooking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 gyro
Calories: 480
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 32 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg