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Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros with Feta Tzatziki. Street food inspired, oven roasted marinated chicken stuffed inside fresh pitas with all the “extras”. Add delicious creamy feta tzatziki sauce, spicy harissa, and all of the desired toppings you love. This Greek-inspired loaded chicken gyro recipe is SO GOOD. It makes for a quick, fun, delicious, and different weeknight dinner. Serve each gyro with homemade fries for a meal that everyone will truly love.
I’m starting to feel like every recipe these days starts out similar…Creighton inspired this one. Having him home in Colorado means the dinner requests come in regularly every morning. He loves to try new things, and ethnic foods are his favorite. His favorite cuisine is probably a toss-up between Greek and Indian dishes. He loves all the flavors, spices, and sauces that are traditionally used.
And I can’t blame him, Greek especially, is one of my favorites too. I love the freshness, bright herbs, garlic, and lemon that’s widely used. And of course, we all know I love feta cheese.
Every time Creigh is in town, without a doubt he requests a gyro. He loves any kind of loaded “street food” style wrap/sandwich/bowl. Of course, he’d love a lamb gyro, which I’m sure is delicious, but chicken is what I had on hand!
The idea with these greek chicken gyros is that they’re simple. Nothing too fancy, but they use such delicious flavors. I wanted to roast up the chicken on a sheet pan to keep things really quick and easy.
And then incorporate a super special element that’s a little different from your average gyro, and that’s the feta tzatziki.
Here are the details
The yogurt, lemon, olive oil, and seasonings are key to good flavoring of the gyro meat. Also, lots of smoked paprika and oregano with garlic. I love to add shallots to the mix too. These marinade ingredients are tossed with cubed chicken and a splash of lemon juice. Then let the chicken thigh sit for a bit to really soak up the wonderful spices.
While the chicken is resting, I usually make up a batch of fries to serve alongside.
Traditionally most gyro meat is roasted vertically like you would a rotisserie chicken. But since my variation is being made at home, I roasted mine in the oven until it got a slight char. ‘Tis delicious, but again, this is not traditional, just a little bit easier.
The Tzatziki
This creamy tzatziki sauce is probably my favorite element of these gyros. It’s your classic homemade tzatziki sauce, but with the addition of salty, whipped feta cheese.
To be honest, this sauce is really why I made these gyros. Once I had the idea to incorporate whipped feta into tzatziki I was sold.
Everything is blended until creamy, then at the end stir in the cucumbers and a pinch of chili flakes. So simple, but it works so wonderfully with these flavors and really steps up the tzatziki sauce!
Finish These Up!
As with any gyro, you can pick and choose your toppings/sauces. I used a bit of spicy harissa on top. And the feta tzatziki sauce on the bottom of my warmed pita bread. Then just stuff the cooked chicken inside and add whatever extra toppings you enjoy. SO DELICIOUS!
So full of flavor, and layered with texture. Not to mention, they’re just a fun way to switch up your average weeknight dinner!
Looking for other easy dinners? Here are some favorites:
Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes
30 Minute Spicy Indian Butter Chicken
Sheet Pan Sticky Sweet and Sour Chicken
Lastly, if you make these Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros with Feta Tzatziki be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Where does the name “gyro” come from and what does it mean?
Gyro means “to turn” in Greek and it refers to the way the meat is traditionally cooked in rotation on a spit.
How are gyros typically prepared?
The definition of gyro in the Britannica dictionary is a “Greek food that consists of a pita wrapped around a filling of usually lamb, onion, tomato, and a yogurt sauce.” The meat (whether it be lamb, pork, chicken, or beef) is deliciously well-seasoned and the yogurt sauce is called tzatziki.
What cut of meat is used for gyros?
I used boneless, skinless chicken breast for these gyros, since I was making them at home and wanted to keep it simple on a sheet pan in the oven. Traditional gyros are made with lamb, but chicken, pork, beef flank steak or skirt steak are great alternatives.
Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros with Feta Tzatziki.
Servings: 3
Calories Per Serving: 1205 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Ingredients
- 1/3 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
- red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 6 fresh pitas or naan warmed,
- pickled red onion, lettuce, dill, and parsley for serving
Feta Tzatziki
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- 1/4 cup + 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- juice from 1 lemon
- 1-2 Persian cucumbers, shredded
- kosher salt
Instructions
- 1. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, cubed chicken, lemon juice, garlic, shallots, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, and a large pinch each of salt and pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature or up to overnight in the refrigerator.2. Preheat the oven to 425° F. Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, toss and bake another 5-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Switch the oven to broil. Broil 1-2 minutes, until the chicken chars on the edges (watch carefully) 3. Meanwhile, make the Tzatziki. Combine the feta, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until creamy. Stir in 1/3 cup more yogurt, the cucumbers, and a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes.4. To assemble, stuff/spread each pita with tzatziki, then lettuce, and chicken. Add red onions and herbs. Drizzle over more tzatziki and if desired, harissa (recipe in notes).
Notes
Spiced Harissa Sauce: combine 1/3 cup harissa, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, and a pinch of salt
This post was originally published on February 17, 2022
Another recipe for the books! Super easy. I love chicken and eat a lot of it. It’s nice to have another flavor in my repertoire. I definitely need to give it more time in the marinade. Those flavors were amazing.
Hey Jennie,
Awesome!! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it!! Have the best day:) xx
I made this last night it was incredible! I wasn’t able to find any pickled onions so I can’t wait to make it again but honestly the sauce and flavor of the chicken would have been perfect alone! You have created some of my favorite recipes! Thank you ?
Hi Stephanie,
Wonderful!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it! xT
The feta tzatziki is an absolute revelation!! Such a delicious dinner!!
Hi Renee,
Wonderful!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it! xT
This was so yummy and so easy to make!
Hey Micah,
Wonderful!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it! xT
This was phenomenal! I had a chicken gyro at Cleo in the Bahamas and I have been trying to replicate it, this did it! Thank you
Hi Ashlee,
Wonderful!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it! xT
What brand of naan or pita did you use? It looks thinner than the ones I’ve been able to find.
Hey Rhinna,
I like to make my own. Here are the recipes:
https://fett-weg.today/traditional-greek-pita-bread/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://fett-weg.today/herbed-garlic-butter-naan/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> Please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
This was a big hit with my family. Great flavors and the broiling at the end gave it good texture. Thank you!
Hi Cynthia,
Wonderful!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it! xT
Hi! How do you make the fries you mention in the receipe?
Hey Molly,
Here is the recipe for the fries:
https://fett-weg.today/chicken-meatball-pita-bowls/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> Let me know if you have any other questions!! xTieghan
Hey! This recipe did not disappoint! My 11 year old won’t eat my lamb gyros, so figured I’d give this one a shot, and I’m glad I did! He kept commenting about good the chicken was, and he asked me to make it again! He never says that! LOL!
Thank you, for a wonderful recipe! xo
Hey Mo,
Fantastic!! I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xTieghan
Tieghan ! I just made these and there crazy. I even made them with your Greek pita bread. My family loved them. I had to triple the recipe. Thanks for everything you do. Very inspiring. I look forward to all your recipes every week.
Hey Raquel,
Awesome!! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it!! Have the best day:) xx
Hi Tieghan
Suggestion, I think it would be a good idea to include, in this recipes, the size the chicken should be cut….slices, 1 inch chucks or ??? I am not an instinctive cook so I really need exact directions.
Have made many of your recipes and loved them all. Your cook books are super and I am looking forward to your latest one.
Great thank you for an answer to my suggestion/question..
Yvonne
Hey! You want to cut the chicken into bite size chunks, or smaller, depending on your preference! Marinate, bake, then broil! So delicious! ?
Hi Yvonne,
For this recipe, you will cut the chicken into bite size chunks. I hope you love the recipe, let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
I made this last night for my boys. I made a double batch of chicken and I have no leftovers it was so tasty! I have a cucumber allergy so I omitted that from the sauce and it was still fabulous! Love all your recipes!
Hi Jennifer,
Fantastic!! I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xTieghan
The chicken in the photo looks like strips or chunks have been marinated and then cooked or grilled. Is this how you do it? Your recipe juts says to marinate 1.5 lbs of chicken, bake, broil and then stuff in a pita.
Hey! You want to cut the chicken into bite size chunks, or smaller, depending on your preference! Marinate, then bake! So delicious!
Hey Annika,
You will cut the chicken prior to marinating but then yes, follow the instructions as is, that’s exactly what I did:) xTieghan
Hello!
Can you update the recipe to say to cut the chicken? To Annika’s point, the recipe does not say anything about cutting the chicken before marinading and cooking so I kept the chicken breast whole and was unable to get the “charred” look and taste after broiling it.
Thanks!
Hi Juli,
The recipe calls for:
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed. In step 1, I also included the recipes to say “cubed chicken”.
I hope this helps for next time!! xTieghan
Hi
Do you made the bread by yourself? If yes can you please link it? And the fries ?
Thanks it looks delicious
Hi Fiona,
Yes, you bet:
https://fett-weg.today/traditional-greek-pita-bread/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://fett-weg.today/chicken-meatball-pita-bowls/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> I hope you love the recipe!! xTieghan
Made this tonight and it was soo good. We doubled the recipe so that my husband could take it for meal prep this week. He was very impressed and I think the chicken will heat up well.
Hi Georgie,
Fantastic!! I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xTieghan
Made these gyro wraps last night and I thought the hubz was gonna himself eating two! Such a good recipe and very simple and quick to pull together.
Thank you for another winner!!
Hi Lishia,
Fantastic!! I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for making it! xTieghan