Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki

Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki

On the Hob
serves 4

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.

20 mins prep15 mins cook35 mins total
  1. 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).

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Warm the flatbreads or pitas.

  5. Assemble gyros with chicken, tzatziki, sliced onion, tomatoes and lettuce if using.

  6. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if liked.

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