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Home » Recipes » Delicious Healthy Chicken Gyro Recipe

Delicious Healthy Chicken Gyro Recipe

April 21, 2016 Updated: August 1, 2019 By Julie Menghini 63 Comments

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Two photo collage for Pinterest separated by the title banner reading "Chicken Gyro Recipe". The two photos are different views of a pita sliced in half and stuffed with Chicken Gyro ingredients including chicken onions, kalamata olives, cucumbers, and feta cheese. Cooked pita shells sit in the background on a cooling rack.

A quick and easy delicious Healthy Chicken Gyro recipe. You can either stuff the ingredients into a pita or make a yummy Greek salad. Gyros make a great lunch or dinner!

Two open pita halves filled with sliced chicken, onion kalamata olives, cucumbers, and Feta cheese sits on a white plate. Cooked pitas sit on a cooling rack in the back.You remember my Pita Bread recipe don’t you? The one that had me high fiving myself and doing a happy dance? I made those pitas so I could make this delicious Chicken Gyro recipe. Talk about an easy peasy dinner!

A pita sliced in half and stuffed with Chicken Gyro ingredients including chicken onions, kalamata olives, cucumbers, and feta cheese. Cooked pita shells sit in the background on a cooling rack.I don’t know what exactly goes into that cone of meat that you see in Greek restaurants. It’s delicious, but maybe I am better off not knowing. So, when Debbie of The Mountain Kitchen posted her Chicken Gyros, I knew that we would love them. We often go out for gyros for lunch on our summer Saturdays. They don’t leave us feeling heavy or in a food coma.

A pita sliced in half and stuffed with Chicken Gyro ingredients including chicken onions, kalamata olives, cucumbers, and feta cheese. Cooked pita shells sit in the background on a cooling rack.Debbie prepared her Gyros in 30 minutes. I had a little more time so in addition to marinating the vegetables as she did, I also marinated my chicken for a little longer. Debbie had said the longer the better. The other change that I made was her dressing calls for an equal amount of vinegar to oil. I used 1/2 part vinegar to 1 part oil. Lastly, I had some tzatziki that I put inside my pita before adding the ingredients. I’m writing up my recipe instructions, but please visit Debbie for a look at all of her amazing recipes.A pita sliced in half and stuffed with Chicken Gyro ingredients including chicken onions, kalamata olives, cucumbers, and feta cheese sitting on a white plate next to a spinach salad. Cooked pita shells sit in the background on a cooling rack.

top view of chicken gyro cut in half
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5 from 3 votes

Chicken Gyros

A quick and easy delicious Chicken Gyro recipe. You can either stuff the ingredients into a pita or make a healthy Greek salad.
Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Servings 4
Author Hostess At Heart

Ingredients

  • 1 skinless boneless chicken breast sliced thin
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/4 sweet onion sliced thinly
  • 12 Kalamata olives halved
  • 2 cups lettuce shredded
  • 4 pieces of Pita Bread sliced in half
  • Feta cheese crumbled

Greek Dressing

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1-1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1-1/4 tsp dried basil
  • 1-1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Prepare the dressing by combining all ingredients into a jar or salad cruet. Shake to combine.
  • Combine tomatoes, cucumber, onion and olives in a ziplock bag and drizzle lightly with Greek dressing. Refrigerate 30 minutes or longer.
  • Place sliced chicken in another ziplock bag and drizzle lightly with Greek dressing. Refrigerate 30 minutes or longer.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy skillet. Add chicken and cook 4 minutes on each side or until done. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Drain marinade from vegetables and add to chopped lettuce.
  • Build Gyro by placing marinated vegetable lettuce mixture in the pita bread. Add chicken and top with Feta cheese.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 1390mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 13.2mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 1.8mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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Two photo collage for Pinterest separated by the title banner reading \"Chicken Gyro Recipe\". The two photos are different views of a pita sliced in half and stuffed with Chicken Gyro ingredients including chicken onions, kalamata olives, cucumbers, and feta cheese. Cooked pita shells sit in the background on a cooling rack.

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Comments

  1. Donna says

    May 6, 2016 at 9:17 am

    That looks so tasty. I had a gyro for the first time in Seattle. Now I will be making them, thank you.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      May 7, 2016 at 11:05 am

      Thank you Donna! I just love them and need to make them again. I like them especially in the warmer months.

      Reply
  2. Jennifer A Stewart says

    May 2, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    Gyros are so awesome! I love to add hummus to mine and lots of hot peppers!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      May 2, 2016 at 9:16 pm

      I love that idea Jennifer! I’m a hummus lover too!

      Reply
  3. Frugal Hausfrau says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:02 pm

    I’m loving this, Julie, especially with your home-made pita! I’ve found it pretty hard to find good fresh pita bread in some areas. I’ve made my own before but was never quite happy with them so I’m looking forward to trying yours.

    Thanks for sharing with us on Throwback Thursday!

    Mollie

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 28, 2016 at 7:28 am

      Thank you! I love sharing with your party but have to admit most of the time I miss getting in! I’ve got to get better doing this!

      Reply
  4. Sandi (@fearless_dining) says

    April 27, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    I would totally do the happy dance too if I could get pita bread like that 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 28, 2016 at 7:29 am

      Thank you Sandi!

      Reply
  5. Naina says

    April 27, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    These gyros look fantastic Julie!! I too wonder about what goes into those cones of meat 😀 Don’t think I wanna know either! These are a much healthier alternative! YUM!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 28, 2016 at 7:30 am

      Ha Naina! Homemade is probably always better even though I mush admit that those gyros are so good.

      Reply
  6. Celebrating Sunshine says

    April 26, 2016 at 8:56 am

    I haven’t had Gyro in years! These look so tempting that I’m going to try them soon. 🙂

    Reply
  7. Tracy says

    April 26, 2016 at 5:42 am

    In a pita or on a salad… This would make an amazing meal either way!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 26, 2016 at 7:28 am

      Thank you Tracy!

      Reply
  8. Meghan | Fox and Briar says

    April 25, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Yum! I LOVE gyros, and these look amazing! I recently made my own pitas also, they are sooo much better homemade!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 25, 2016 at 8:41 pm

      Thanks Meghan! I think abut anything is better homemade. I need to make another batch. John loved having them for his lunch instead of bread for a nice change.

      Reply
  9. Elise @ Harvey Ever After says

    April 25, 2016 at 11:14 am

    Yummy! This looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 25, 2016 at 12:52 pm

      Thank you Elise!

      Reply
  10. jane @ littlesugarsnaps says

    April 25, 2016 at 10:32 am

    I’ve just had to look up ‘Gyro’ – that’s what gets called a kebab around me. However, I’m pretty sure we don’t get Greek ones – just really, really dodgy Doner Kebabs from even more dodgy late night take-away joints). I haven’t had one for years – ever since I’ve been too old to ignore what might be in the meat ;( but now I’m looking forward to trying them out again with your mouthwatering homemade, wholesome version – complete with homemade pitta bread. Brilliant.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 25, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      Thank you so much Jane! I just love the differences in our language. I had to look up dodgy! I’m with you on the mystery meat thing!

      Reply
  11. Lily says

    April 24, 2016 at 3:10 pm

    I love Greek stuffed pitas. It is often what I order when we go out to Greek restaurants. Now, I can make it at home. Thanks for sharing:)

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 25, 2016 at 1:14 pm

      Thank you Lily! They are so easy and flavorful. Perfect for summer.

      Reply
  12. Suchitra says

    April 24, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    I love love gyros! You have made it so simple and easy to make them at home! Thanks for sharing such a delicious recipe! Happy weekend!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 25, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      Thank you sweet Su! I had a wonderful weekend, and hope you did too!

      Reply
  13. NancyC says

    April 24, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    Yum–these Gyros look delicious!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 25, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      Thank you Nancy!

      Reply
  14. Cynthia says

    April 24, 2016 at 1:27 am

    I haven’t had Greek food in sooooo long and Gyro is something that I adore. I have yet to find a recipe for it though and finding yours is such a gem! I’m going to make these for sure and they’ll be perfect for lunch! Happy FF 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 24, 2016 at 10:32 am

      Thank you Cynthia! I’m craving it now that the weather is getting nice!

      Reply
  15. sarahjmir says

    April 23, 2016 at 8:09 pm

    oh my goodness i just found your blog and i LOVE it! you have a new fan!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 24, 2016 at 10:33 am

      Thank you Sarah! You’ve just made my day. I love making new friends, and will be checking out your blog too! Thank you my new friend, and enjoy your day.

      Reply
  16. petra08 says

    April 23, 2016 at 3:29 pm

    A perfect dinner, I love chicken gyros and the dressing looks so flavourful. I can only imagine them tasting even better in home made pita breads! 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 24, 2016 at 10:35 am

      Thank you Petra! It was so much fun making the pita’s for these gyros. I’ve got to get on it and do it again!

      Reply
  17. Jeff @ Make It Like a Man! says

    April 23, 2016 at 7:02 am

    I love pitas, but I could always use a new dressing recipe. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 23, 2016 at 8:56 am

      Thank you Jeff! I’m always looking for new ideas too!

      Reply
  18. Liz says

    April 22, 2016 at 11:18 am

    Love the flavors, colors and textures of this recipe. Perfect for serving for a spring lunch or dinner.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 23, 2016 at 8:58 am

      Thank you Liz! I just love simple meals like this too.

      Reply
  19. Alida @My Little Italian Kitchen says

    April 22, 2016 at 8:59 am

    You are absolutely right, gyros are always tasty. I love your recipe, lots of colour and they must be delicious!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 22, 2016 at 11:13 am

      Thank you Alida!

      Reply
  20. cookingwithauntjuju.com says

    April 22, 2016 at 8:46 am

    Love gyros but usually stuff them with lamb, but why not chicken for a change. These look very tempting and I would enjoy one of these for lunch or dinner. Actually a Greek salad sounds good too. Thanks for bringing this favorite sandwich to Fiesta Friday #116

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 22, 2016 at 8:48 am

      Thank you Judi! Lamb would be amazing too. I have to do that! Thank you for co-hosting this week!

      Reply
  21. CakePants says

    April 22, 2016 at 8:45 am

    Mmm…I’m wishing I had one of these waiting for me at lunchtime today! I love Greek dressing but for whatever reason, I never thought to try making my own. This looks fantastic!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 22, 2016 at 8:48 am

      Thank you Mara!

      Reply
  22. Linda says

    April 22, 2016 at 8:24 am

    Yummy! I actually just had a Gyro at a Greek diner in Denver CO yesterday- probably the best one I have ever had!! Got to give your chicken one a try!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 22, 2016 at 8:46 am

      Thank you Linda! How fun eating out in Denver! Is their snow gone?

      Reply
      • Linda says

        April 26, 2016 at 6:39 pm

        Yep! The only snow we encountered was in the Rocky Mountain National Park – way at the top of the mountain we hiked! The weather was gorgeous the entire long weekend…yeah!! 🙂

        Reply
        • Julie Menghini says

          April 26, 2016 at 8:51 pm

          Sounds like a gorgeous and fun time!

          Reply
  23. Kaila (GF Life 24/7) says

    April 22, 2016 at 7:13 am

    Yum! I love that you were able to use your fresh pita bread recipe in this dish too. The chicken gyro looks absolutely delicious too! Happy FF, and have a marvelous weekend. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 22, 2016 at 7:22 am

      Thank you Kaila! I have to make those pitas again! Happy FF to you too!

      Reply
  24. pattisj says

    April 21, 2016 at 10:48 pm

    Looks delish!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 22, 2016 at 7:26 am

      Thank you Patti! Hope you are having a wonderful day!

      Reply
  25. [email protected] says

    April 21, 2016 at 6:25 pm

    I’m bookmarking this immediately, chicken gyros is something I’ve ALWAYS wanted to make for myself from scratch, pita bread included. Thank you Julie, these looks GREAT.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 21, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      Thank you Jess! Light, quick and easy too!

      Reply
  26. Andrea says

    April 21, 2016 at 5:42 pm

    You can’t see me, but my mouth is open patiently awaiting inserting of your delicious gyros. 🙂 Looks amazing!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 21, 2016 at 7:29 pm

      Hahahaha Andrea. That’s funny. Thank you!

      Reply
  27. Loretta says

    April 21, 2016 at 3:05 pm

    There’s no end to your bread making skills is there? Love gyros, the photo up close had me salivating. Another great dish Julie 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 21, 2016 at 7:29 pm

      Thank you sweet girl. These are perfect for out beautiful weather!

      Reply
  28. Sarah says

    April 21, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    I saw these over on Debbie’s site too! They look mouth watering 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 21, 2016 at 2:02 pm

      Thank you Sarah! They sure caught my attention!

      Reply
  29. Debbie Spivey says

    April 21, 2016 at 11:25 am

    Julie, you are so sweet to mention me and my recipe in this post. Thank you!

    I was just thinking about your pita bread yesterday and misspoke when I referred to your “naan” bread. Pita bread is what I meant!

    I’m sure your gyros were amazing with your fresh bread! Email me some!!!! 😀

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 21, 2016 at 2:03 pm

      You’re welcome. We loved this recipe Debbie! I’ve been hanging onto it since you made them and I can’t wait to make them again.

      Reply
  30. simplyvegetarian777 says

    April 21, 2016 at 10:15 am

    Love gyro. Time to bake some pita at home and create the veg version of it..❤️

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      April 21, 2016 at 2:05 pm

      Thank you Sonal! I would have been just as happy stuffing it to the top with veggies. They were so good.

      Reply

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