🥙🐔🧄🇬🇷 Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki – Fresh, Flavorful & Homemade!

🎉 Introduction

If you love Mediterranean street food, you’re going to fall in love with these Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki. 🫒🍋

Tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with crisp veggies, creamy tzatziki, and a sprinkle of feta — every bite is a burst of sunshine and flavor. The combination of tangy yogurt, garlic, lemon, and herbs gives this dish that authentic Greek flair while keeping it light and satisfying.

Whether you’re making them for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful meal prep, these homemade gyros deliver restaurant-quality taste right from your kitchen. 🇬🇷✨

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Grill pan or skillet
• Knife & cutting board
• Tongs
• Whisk
• Small food processor or blender (for tzatziki)

🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Feta Tzatziki:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ½ cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Gyros:

• 4 pita breads or flatbreads
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Marinate the Chicken

• In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours for best flavor).

2. Make the Creamy Feta Tzatziki

• In a food processor or bowl, combine Greek yogurt, feta, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Blend or whisk until smooth and creamy.
• Chill until ready to serve.

3. Cook the Chicken

• Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
• Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked (165°F internal temp).
• Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

4. Assemble the Gyros

• Warm pita breads slightly.
• Spread a generous layer of feta tzatziki over each pita.
• Add sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
• Drizzle extra tzatziki on top and sprinkle with parsley or dill.

5. Serve & Enjoy

• Roll or fold the pita, wrap in parchment if desired, and enjoy fresh!

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 4 gyros
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Marinate Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerator: Store leftover chicken and tzatziki separately for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken only for up to 2 months.
• Reheating: Warm chicken in a skillet over medium heat; assemble gyros fresh.

🥄 Variations

• Spicy Chicken Gyros: Add ½ tsp chili flakes or cayenne to the marinade.
• Falafel Gyros: Substitute chicken with crispy falafel for a vegetarian option.
• Honey-Garlic Twist: Add 1 tsp honey for a sweet-savory balance.
• Extra Creamy Sauce: Add 2 Tbsp cream cheese to the tzatziki for a thicker spread.
• Low-Carb Option: Serve over lettuce or cauliflower rice instead of pita.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?
   Yes, but thighs stay juicier and more flavorful when grilled.
2. Can I use store-bought tzatziki?
   Absolutely—but adding feta gives it a unique creamy tang.
3. Can I bake the chicken instead of grilling?
   Yes—bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Can I use plain yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
   Greek yogurt is thicker and creamier, but regular works in a pinch.
5. Can I make this dairy-free?
   Use coconut yogurt and omit the feta in the tzatziki.
6. What’s the best way to warm pita?
   Wrap in foil and heat in the oven or directly on a skillet for 30 seconds.
7. Can I prep this ahead of time?
   Yes! Marinate the chicken and make tzatziki the day before.
8. Can I use wraps instead of pita?
   Definitely—use naan or tortilla wraps if preferred.
9. Can I add more toppings?
   Of course! Try olives, roasted red peppers, or arugula.
10. Can I meal prep gyros?
    Yes—store components separately and assemble fresh when serving.

🏁 Conclusion

These Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki are everything you love about Greek street food — flavorful, fresh, and easy to make at home. Tender herbed chicken meets tangy, creamy sauce and crisp veggies, all wrapped in warm pita perfection. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a summer lunch, this recipe brings a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your plate. 🥙🐔🧄🇬🇷✨

🥙🐔🧄🇬🇷 Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki – Fresh, Flavorful & Homemade!

If you love Mediterranean street food, you’re going to fall in love with these Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki. 🫒🍋 Tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with crisp veggies, creamy tzatziki, and a sprinkle of feta — every bite is a burst of sunshine and flavor. The combination of tangy yogurt, garlic, lemon, and herbs gives this dish that authentic Greek flair while keeping it light and satisfying. Whether you’re making them for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful meal prep, these homemade gyros deliver restaurant-quality taste right from your kitchen. 🇬🇷✨

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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Ingredients

  

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• For the Creamy Feta Tzatziki:
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ½ cucumber grated and drained
• 1 small garlic clove minced
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Gyros:

• 4 pita breads or flatbreads
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• ½ red onion thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley or dill chopped (for garnish)

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Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Grill pan or skillet
• Knife & cutting board
• Tongs
• Whisk
• Small food processor or blender (for tzatziki)

Method

 

Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours for best flavor).

Make the Creamy Feta Tzatziki

1. In a food processor or bowl, combine Greek yogurt, feta, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Blend or whisk until smooth and creamy.
3. Chill until ready to serve.

Cook the Chicken

1. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked (165°F internal temp).
3. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

Assemble the Gyros

1. Warm pita breads slightly.
2. Spread a generous layer of feta tzatziki over each pita.
3. Add sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
4. Drizzle extra tzatziki on top and sprinkle with parsley or dill.

Serve & Enjoy

1. Roll or fold the pita, wrap in parchment if desired, and enjoy fresh!

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator: Store leftover chicken and tzatziki separately for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken only for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Warm chicken in a skillet over medium heat; assemble gyros fresh.

🥄 Variations

Spicy Chicken Gyros: Add ½ tsp chili flakes or cayenne to the marinade.

Falafel Gyros: Substitute chicken with crispy falafel for a vegetarian option.

Honey-Garlic Twist: Add 1 tsp honey for a sweet-savory balance.

Extra Creamy Sauce: Add 2 Tbsp cream cheese to the tzatziki for a thicker spread.

Low-Carb Option: Serve over lettuce or cauliflower rice instead of pita.

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?
Yes, but thighs stay juicier and more flavorful when grilled.

Can I use store-bought tzatziki?
Absolutely—but adding feta gives it a unique creamy tang.

Can I bake the chicken instead of grilling?
Yes—bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.

Can I use plain yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
Greek yogurt is thicker and creamier, but regular works in a pinch.

Can I make this dairy-free?
Use coconut yogurt and omit the feta in the tzatziki.

What’s the best way to warm pita?
Wrap in foil and heat in the oven or directly on a skillet for 30 seconds.

Can I prep this ahead of time?
Yes! Marinate the chicken and make tzatziki the day before.

Can I use wraps instead of pita?
Definitely—use naan or tortilla wraps if preferred.

Can I add more toppings?
Of course! Try olives, roasted red peppers, or arugula.

Can I meal prep gyros?
Yes—store components separately and assemble fresh when serving.

🏁 Conclusion

These Mediterranean Chicken Gyros with Creamy Feta Tzatziki are everything you love about Greek street food — flavorful, fresh, and easy to make at home. Tender herbed chicken meets tangy, creamy sauce and crisp veggies, all wrapped in warm pita perfection. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a summer lunch, this recipe brings a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your plate. 🥙🐔🧄🇬🇷✨