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Chicken Gyros With Creamy Feta Tzatziki

Tender marinated chicken thighs are grilled to perfection, then wrapped in warm pita bread with crisp vegetables and topped with a creamy feta tzatziki sauce for a refreshing, Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F/75°C). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  • Mix Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth for the tzatziki. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Warm pita bread. Spread tzatziki, add sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Garnish with parsley, roll, and serve warm.