Recipe
Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki
Marinated Greek-style chicken gyros with cool cucumber tzatziki, wrapped in warm flatbreads.
Ingredients
Method
20 mins prep15 mins cook35 mins total
In a bowl, combine chicken with 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, 2 crushed garlic cloves, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
For the tzatziki, squeeze excess water from grated cucumber, then mix with 200 g Greek yogurt, remaining grated garlic, a drizzle of olive oil, chopped dill or mint, and a pinch of salt. Chill until needed.
Heat a large hob pan over medium-high heat with a little oil. Cook the marinated chicken for 10 to 12 minutes, turning regularly, until lightly charred and cooked through.
Warm the flatbreads or pitas.
Assemble gyros with chicken, tzatziki, sliced onion, tomatoes and lettuce if using.
Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if liked.
Notes
Chicken thighs stay juicier than breast for this quick high-heat cook.
Squeeze water from cucumber well for a thick, creamy tzatziki.
Marinating overnight gives the deepest flavour, but 30 minutes still works well.
About this recipe
These Greek chicken gyros are packed with lemon, garlic and oregano flavour, then paired with a cooling homemade tzatziki.
They are quick enough for weeknights but feel like proper street-food at home, especially with warm pita and crisp salad toppings.
