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Juicy Greek Chicken Gyros Wraps

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Juicy Greek Chicken Gyros Wraps are tender marinated chicken grilled or roasted and wrapped in soft pita with creamy tzatziki, fresh veggies, and herbs — a flavorful, handheld meal that tastes like Greek street food at home.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35–40 minutes (active time) + marinating
  • Yield: 4–6 wraps
  • Category: Main Course / Wrap
  • Method: Marinate, Grill/Pan‑Cook, Assemble
  • Cuisine: Greek / Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (≈450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4–6 pita breads or flatbreads
  • Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced or chopped
  • 1–2 tomatoes, sliced or diced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: crumbled feta, olives, lettuce

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika (if using), salt and pepper. Add the chicken and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, ideally 2–4 hours. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
  2. Preheat a grill pan, skillet, or outdoor grill. Cook the marinated chicken over medium‑high heat about 5–6 minutes per side (depending on thickness), until cooked through and slightly charred. Let rest a few minutes, then slice thinly. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  3. Warm the pita breads briefly (in a dry skillet or oven). Spread a generous layer of tzatziki on each pita. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  4. Layer on sliced chicken, cucumber, tomato, red onion and fresh herbs. Add optional extras like feta, olives, or lettuce if desired.
  5. Fold or roll the pita wraps tightly and serve immediately. For ease, wrap in parchment or foil to hold together.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay juicier, but breasts work too — avoid overcooking. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • For great tzatziki texture, squeeze excess moisture out of grated cucumber before mixing it with yogurt. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  • Make it ahead: marinate chicken the night before and prep veggies ahead — just cook and assemble when ready to eat. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  • Vegetarian/flexi version: swap chicken for grilled halloumi or roasted chickpeas. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

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