Easy Skillet Chicken Gyros
The number one question I get as a food blogger is what is my go-to quick weeknight meal. Well, it doesn’t get simpler than this. The tzatziki is non-negotiable and you can make it the night before to prep. If you’re watching your weight or trying to eat a low carb diet, you can make this with lettuce wraps instead or serve the chicken and toppings on a bead of rice. Also you can make a burrito style wrap with these ingredients.
If you like this dish, you will love my EASY CHICKEN GYROS that are baked in a loaf pan. I use chicken thighs in that dish and it takes about an hour to cook but the end product is worth it.
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Easy Skillet Chicken Gyros
Ingredients
- 1.75 lbs chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested + juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp each paprika + onion powder
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Toppings:
- tzatziki
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pitas, warmed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the ollive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, salt and pepper. Add the small chicken chunks to the marinate and toss to coat. Cover and store in fridge while you prep your toppings.
- Remove the chicken and transfer to a hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked through (time varies with size of pieces).
- When assembling/layering the toppings on the pita, make sure you season the tomato an onions with ADDITIONAL salt and pepper.
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Sooo yummy!!! The flavour in the chicken is amazing. We have had these for lunch everyday for a week
Hi Holly, thats so awesome! I’m so happy you loved the recipe!
Great flavors and went together so easily with the tsatzik – soooo good!! Tried my hand at making low carb pita and with your spectacular recipes it was a winner, winner chicken dinner!!
Thanks, Stella!! this will be a summer staple!!
Another delicious and easy recipe. Nothing ever disappoints with Stella’s recipes.
unbelievably easy and insanely good!
Hi Chela, that’s right! So happy you liked the recipe!
Easy peasy. I thought I made great chicken gyros, but this elevated my take on them! The paprika and onion powder hit the spot. Not a fan of pita unless I’m stuffing it. I prefer flat bread or nan.
Thank you for trying the recipe out! I’m happy it was a winner for you and yes, the bread is customizable – sometimes we do a flour tortilla!
Family loved it! Will definitely put it into rotation. We also added some feta, yum!
loved it-thank you!
Hi Edna, glad you liked them!
Love the flavours, I used boneless skinless thighs whole done in a cast iron grill pan. Longer cook time but Oh those crispy grill marks :D. Definitely wanna do the homemade tzatziki next time, but store bought had to be used today.
LOVE EVERYTHING! You rock! Thank so much for these recipes. It has helped me to make some different stuff for my family, which they love! So for that I thank you again! 🥰🥰
Absolutely delicious. I followed the recipe exactly like it is posted. My husband said it was the best Gyro he has ever eaten. Thank you for all your tasty dishes.
Hi Tracy, that awesome! I’m so glad you both enjoyed the gyros! Cheers!
This recipe was so easy & delicious
Hi Ary, So glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for the kind rating!
Delicious & very easy. This is a 5-Star recipe on so many levels: low-cost, easy prep, fantastic taste and presentation. Thank you! 🤗
Thank you so much for the kind feedback!
No mention of paprika & onion powder in instructions ?
Hi Sue, sorry for the oversight! Please include them in your recipe! I will update the post and thank you for bringing it to my attention!
Wowowow. These were a huge hit with the family. Can’t wait to have these again.
Hi Yolanda, glad the whole family enjoyed! Thanks for the kind rating!