Ingredients:

For the chicken marinade:
• 680g skinless chicken thighs or fillets,
• 60ml olive oil,
• Juice of 1 lemon,
• 3 cloves garlic, minced,
• 2 tsp dried oregano,
• 1 tsp paprika,
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin,
• Salt and black pepper to taste.

For the cucumber tzatziki:
• 250 ml plain Greek yogurt,
• 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained,
• 1 clove garlic, minced,
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped,
• 1 tbsp lemon juice,
• 1 tbsp olive oil,
• Salt and black pepper to taste.

For assembly:
• 4-6 pita breads, warmed,
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved,
• 1 cup shredded lettuce,
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced,
• 50 g crumbled feta cheese (optional).

Directions:

Marinate the chicken:

In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
Make Tzatziki:

In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
Cook Chicken:

Heat a large skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into strips.
Assemble Gyros:

Spread a generous amount of tzatziki onto each warm pita. Top with sliced ​​chicken, cherry tomatoes, shredded lettuce, red onion and feta, if desired.
Serve:

Fold pita around filling and serve immediately. Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful dish!
Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time) | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Calories: 400 per gyro | Servings: 4-6 gyros