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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.
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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!
Gyro means “to turn” in Greek and it refers to the way the meat is traditionally cooked in rotation on a spit.
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.
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.
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
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Going to make this tonight. Do you think I could skewer the chicken and cook it on the grill?
Hey Jennifer,
Totally, that would be a great idea!! Let me know if you give the recipe a try, I hope you love it!! xTieghan
I have made soooo many of your recipes and every time my husband says “babe, you have to keep this one!” And tonight was no exception! The marinade on the chicken was to die for! We skewered the chicken after marinating it and grilled it. It was delicious and we will definitely be making this again! Thank you 🙂
Hey Jen,
Happy Sunday!! I appreciate you giving this recipe a try and sharing your feedback!! I love to hear that it was enjoyed:) xxT
Soooo good! The first time I made it my husband and 11year old daughter requested I make it a second night in a row! Made it another night for friends and it was a major hit. Thank you so much!
Hey Danielle,
Happy Friday!! Thanks so much for trying this recipe out and sharing your feedback! I love to hear that it was a hit!☀️
I made this with tofu as a vegetarian option, and it was amazing!
Thank you!
Hey Laura,
Perfect!! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit and appreciate you giving it a try! Great idea to use tofu! xxTieghan
chicken was bland (3 hour marinade) and I destroyed a baking sheet under the broiler. Sauce is pretty good. She has another recipe that’s similar, more work, but way way way better… I think it’s grilled lemon chicken skewers. This recipe will be thrown out and never used again, along with my baking sheet. Trust me people
Hi Mary,
Thanks for giving the recipe a try and sharing your feedback, so sorry to hear this was not enjoyed. xTieghan
Such grace Tieghan. You’re a class act. ?
My chicken was sooo flavorful and delicious. I did skip the broiling step as it didn’t feel necessary after the cook time but I very much loved this recipe and have already made it several times!
Hey Allison,
Happy Wednesday!! Thanks a bunch for making this recipe, I love to hear that it was enjoyed!!? xTieghan
Didn’t look like the picture and I followed exactly. I was broiling for so long I kept kicking myself for not grilling. But not sure what happens when you grill yogurt marinade…
Hi Steve,
Thanks for giving the recipe a try, sorry to hear it was not enjoyed. Was there anything you adjusted? You could totally grill next time. Let me know if I can help in any other way! xx
A fantastic recipe, very yum. Served it with a lovely cucumber salad in flatbreads, ideal weekday dinner. Although the ratios have left me with a lot of Tzatziki, how long will this keep in the fridge? I don’t want to waste any as it was delicious!
Hi Rebecca,
Happy Sunday!! Thanks so much for making this recipe, I love to hear that it was enjoyed! I would say it’s good for up to 1 week in the fridge.? xTieghan
Made this for the first time yesterday so the chicken ( boneless, skinless thighs) marinated for about an hour while I made the tzatziki. It was delicious! My chicken looked just like the recipe photo. Broiling at the end, as instructed, probably made the difference.
I used feta crumbles and my tzatziki turned out fine. Whole milk Greek yogurt probably helps with the runny isssue. I peeled my cucumber ( didn’t have an English/Persian.) Served on warm naan with Romain lettuce leaves. ?????
Hi Daphne,
Wonderful!! Thanks so much for sharing your review and making this recipe. Love to hear that it was a winner! xxT
This was delicious!! Definitely saving this recipe. I didn’t use quite as much Greek yogurt as the recipe called for to keep it at a thicker consistency. But the sauce was amazing!
Hi Kat,
Awesome!! I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed! Thanks for making it and sharing your feedback:) xx
Have made this several times with both chicken breasts and thighs
So flavorful and delicious! Even better next day… so easy. Definitely one of my go to recipes ! Love it!❤️❤️
Hi Karen,
Fantastic!! Thanks a lot for trying this recipe out and sharing your feedback, I love to hear that it was enjoyed! xxT
My whole family loved this recipe. Easy to make too
Hi Courtney,
Awesome!! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Have the best weekend:) xTieghan
This recipe was SO good!! I just need help with my Tzatziki sauce. It is super runny. This first time I used non fat yogurt so assumed was the issue. Today I used full fat and still runny. I’m
using feta crumbles, should I be using a block? Also do you peel cucumber then grate? I do and super watery but drained it this time. I want this sauce to work! Thank you!
Hey Kristie,
Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks for trying it out! Yes, definitely try using block feta and I don’t peel my cucumber:) xTieghan
Thank you!!!!
I have made recipe twice already and we all love it. Tender and delicious pieces of chicken with that sauce is heaven! I also made your garlic butter naan, so, so good!
thanks for sharing this delicious recipe.
Hey Sofia,
Awesome!! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Have the best week:) xxT
I had high expectations for this recipe because I love Tieghans recipes. My chicken was dry and my tzazicki sauce was runny. I don’t think I will make this again.
Hi Carla,
Thanks for giving the recipe a try, so sorry to hear it was not enjoyed. Was there anything I can help with? Let me know! xTieghan
I made this recipe, it was good. However, my chicken was not the same color as in the photo. I think the yogurt (while I believe using it in order to tenderize) kept the chicken from appearing the same. I also think the yogurt detracted from the spice flavor. I would make this again but omit the yogurt from the chicken mix.
Hi Jennifer,
Thanks so much for trying the recipe and sharing your feedback! Let me know if you give it another try! xTieghan