Easy Skillet Chicken Gyros
My go-to weeknight meal for all the Greek flavors all in one place.
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 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.
Nutrition
Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 1673mg | Potassium: 1061mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 976IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 3mg
Umm thanks, but, what about the dressing recipe
Hi Tina, the tzatziki sauce is linked in the ingredients but I will also link it right here too!
https://hungryhappens.net/easy-greek-tsatziki-sauce/
I don’t like dill. Would sweet work?
Hi Dorothea, you can sub in mint or parsley
Did you share the creamy sauce recipe too?
Yes, its linked in the ingredients – its tsatziki!
Made this tonight and it is delicious! Such an easy recipe with great taste. Highly recommend
Hi Jess, Thank you for trying out the dish! Glad you enjoyed it!
This was amazing! We loved it!
Hi Cynthia, Glad you liked them! Thanks for the rating!
I don’t found the recipe of 3 ingredients pitas in your reel of Instagram? Do you have the link please?
https://hungryhappens.net/3-ingredient-pitas-flatbread-recipe/
Made the tazatki to go with the gyros and it was stupid delicious! Really enjoy the recipes and how simple they are.
cheers.
How much Dan-o’s seasoning instead of the individual ones listed?
I would add 1-2 tsp of DanO’s
I am Greek and love Chicken Gyros but I am also gluten free so rarely order them. Made this tonight with a gf pita and it was amazing!
Easy and yummy! I cheated & bought tzatziki & omitted the parsley. The chicken was tender & tasty. I’m not the best cook so I appreciate easy meals. Thank you😊
this was delicious but my family found 2 tsp of salt a bit much. next time will make it with 1 tsp. thanks for all your recipes!
Hi Jessica, Sorry the salt was too much! I usually have a 1 tsp per pound of meat policy myself.
great recipe!
Any recommendations for olive oil? I like mine fruity, little peppery, nice green color, not acidy.
Hi Ana, Thank you for trying it out! My favorite olive oil is KYOORD. I will link them:
http://shorturl.at/iotW2
Easy and so delicious! Even the picky eater loved it! This is the best tzatziki sauce I’ve tried. Thank you
Hi Karen, So happy the dish was enjoyed by all! And I thank you for the sweet rating!
I made this amazing gyro tonight. It was so delicious! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻
Hi Nancy, glad you liked the gyros! thanks for the awesome rating!
I made these tonight and they were a hit! So easy! I love your recipes and your zest for life and food.
Hi Denise, so glad you enjoyed the gyros! Thanks for trying them out and the kind rating!
I don’t ever comment on recipes, however, this was so delicious! I will definitely be adding this into my main rotations! Thank you so much for sharing.
HI Shelly, glad you tried them and I thank you for taking the time to comment and rate the recipe! Cheers!
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!
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!
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!
This recipe was so easy & delicious
Hi Ary, So glad you enjoyed them! Thanks for the kind rating!
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!