Greek Grilled Chicken Pita (Printable Version)
Succulent marinated chicken with fresh vegetables and tangy tzatziki in warm pita bread
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken Marinade
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tsp dried oregano
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Tzatziki Sauce
10 - 7 oz Greek yogurt
11 - 1/2 medium cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
12 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
13 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
14 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Serving Components
16 - 4 large pita breads
17 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
18 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
19 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
20 - 1.8 oz lettuce, shredded
21 - Optional: crumbled feta cheese, olives
# How To Make:
01 - Combine chicken pieces with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
02 - Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked with nice char. Rest 5 minutes before slicing.
04 - Briefly warm pita breads on grill or in dry skillet until pliable.
05 - Spread generous tzatziki on each pita. Top with sliced chicken, red onion, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, and optional feta or olives. Fold or roll and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The chicken stays incredibly juicy thanks to a simple marinade that works its magic while you go about your day
- Everything comes together in under thirty minutes once the marinating is done
02 -
- Squeezing every last drop of water out of the grated cucumber is the secret to thick tzatziki that does not turn your pita soggy
- Letting the chicken rest after grilling keeps all those juices inside instead of running out onto your cutting board
03 -
- Score the chicken lightly before marinating so the flavors penetrate deeper into the meat
- Brush the pita with a little olive oil before grilling for extra flavor and golden color