January 2, 2024

Indulge in a Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Gyro Plate

Take a flavorful trip to the Mediterranean with our mouthwatering chicken gyro plate. Packed with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki in a warm pita, each bite is a burst of Greek-inspired goodness.

Join us as we dive into what makes this dish so delicious!

Ingredients for a Mediterranean Gyro

To make your own delicious chicken gyro plate, you’ll need the following ingredients:

4 chicken breasts
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. Mediterranean seasoning
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
4 pitas
1/2 English cucumber, diced
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
4 tsp. minced garlic
2 Tbsp. dried dill
1 1/2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Make Your Gyro Seasoning

The recipe calls for Mediterranean seasoning. It’s easy enough to find at the grocery store, but it’s also really easy to make at home.

Mix the following spices together, and you’re all set.

1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. coriander

Make sure to check out our amazing collection of homemade seasonings and spices for more seasoning blends like this gyro seasoning.

seasonings for chicken gyro plate

Tzatziki Sauce with Dill

After you have made your gyro seasoning, make your Tzatziki sauce.

Slice your cucumbers in half and scrape out all the watery seeds.

Place the cucumber, yogurt, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor and blend it all together.

Place the sauce in the refrigerator to chill and move on to cooking your chicken.

Can you freeze tzatziki?

Yes, you can freeze tzatziki, but it might change in texture once thawed. The yogurt can separate and become a bit watery, altering the overall consistency. However, if you’re okay with the texture change, freezing tzatziki can be a convenient way to preserve it for longer periods. Just be sure to store it in an airtight container, leaving a little space at the top to account for expansion, and thaw it slowly in the refrigerator when you’re ready to use it again.

Cooking Chicken Gyros

Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces or strips. Heat some oil in a large skillet. Add the chicken and cook 3-5 minutes.

Add Mediterranean seasoning and mix well. Continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through. Set the chicken aside to let it cool just a bit.

Now you are ready to assemble your gyro! Lay your pita on a clean surface and add the chicken, onion, pepper, and any other optional ingredients you would like.

chicken cooking in skillet for chicken gyro plate