🌯 Greek Chicken Gyro Wraps with Spicy Cucumber Yogurt
Mediterranean • High-Protein • Flavor-Packed
✨ Description
These Greek chicken gyro wraps are juicy, herb-marinated, and pan-grilled to perfection, then wrapped with crisp veggies and a creamy spicy cucumber yogurt sauce. All the flavor of a traditional gyro, but lighter, fresher, and perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
🍗 Greek Chicken
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500 g chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of 1 lemon
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp cumin
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Salt & black pepper to taste
🌶 Spicy Cucumber Yogurt (Tzatziki-Style)
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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½ cucumber, grated & squeezed dry
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small garlic clove, grated
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Juice of ½ lemon
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½–1 tsp chili flakes or chili paste (to taste)
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Salt to taste
🥬 Wrap Fillings
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Whole-wheat pita or flatbread
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Shredded lettuce or cabbage
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Sliced tomatoes
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Red onion slices
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Fresh parsley or dill
👩🍳 Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Marinate Chicken
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken and marinate 30 minutes (or overnight).
🔹 Step 2: Cook Chicken
Pan-grill or cook on a hot skillet for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and juicy.
🔹 Step 3: Spicy Yogurt Sauce
Combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, chili, and salt. Chill 10 minutes.
🔹 Step 4: Assemble Wraps
Warm pita, layer chicken, veggies, and drizzle generously with spicy cucumber yogurt.
🥗 Why You’ll Love These
✔ High protein, balanced fats
✔ Mediterranean anti-inflammatory ingredients
✔ Light but deeply satisfying
✔ Meal-prep friendly
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this low-carb?
Yes! Serve in lettuce wraps or bowls.
Q: Is it spicy?
Mild by default — adjust chili to taste.
Q: Can I use chicken thighs?
Absolutely — juicier and very flavorful.
Q: How long does it keep?
Chicken & sauce keep 3 days refrigerated.
Q: Can I bake the chicken?
Yes — bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes.
🧠 Nutrition Highlights (per wrap, approx.)
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High protein
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Calcium & probiotics from yogurt
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No sugar, no frying
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Mediterranean herbs & healthy fats
