Looking for an easy weeknight meal that is quick, healthy and tasty? This is the one for you! I made these Mediterranean-inspired chicken gyros using the iconic Rotisserie Chicken from Costco! I always love incorporating their tender chicken in weeknight recipes for an easy meal. This great recipe uses leftover rotisserie chicken to make a delicious wrap, which is a take on a Greek chicken pita recipe.
Why you’ll love these shredded chicken pita wraps…
This delicious recipe takes the shredded chicken to the next level, simply adding a few ingredients that bring in some Mediterranean flavours. The pita wrap is loaded with fresh veggies, marinated chicken and fresh herbs. You can use a traditional tzatziki recipe if you wish, or you can try the easy Lemon and Dill Yogurt Sauce included below.
What you’ll need to make this Greek Chicken Pita Recipe…
- 3 cups of shredded Costco Rotisserie Chicken
- 1 tbsp of extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion (half chopped, and half thinly sliced)
- 1 tsp of dried oregano
- 1 tsp of smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp of balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp of honey
- 1/4 cup of chicken broth
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- warm pita bread
- cherry tomatoes, quartered
- shredded lettuce
- cucumber, diced
For the Lemon & Dill Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup of plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 tbsp of lemon zest
- juice from 1/2 a lemon
- 1/4 cup of fresh dill, finely chopped
- salt and pepper, to taste
How to make the easy marinated chicken…
- Shred your leftover rotisserie chicken and set it aside in a large bowl.
- On medium heat, add one tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 of your chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add your shredded chicken to the onion mixture, dried oregano, smoked paprika, juice from 1/2 a lemon, balsamic vinegar, honey and 1/4 cup of chicken broth. Stir to get everything well combined and allow to cook for about 10 minutes, just until the sauce thickens and the chicken gets a crispy texture.
How to make the Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce…
- In a small bowl, add one cup of plain Greek Yogurt, fresh dill, salt & pepper, lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice. The juice from 1/2 a lemon is perfect!
- Stir yogurt mixture until well combined.
How to assemble the Greek Chicken Pitas…
- Place your wrap pita on a place and layer in some shredded lettuce, diced cucumber, sliced cherry tomatoes, and sliced onion.
- Spoon chicken mixture on top and drizzle some of the yogurt sauce.
- Roll up the pita and serve!
Store any leftover shredded chicken in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can also freeze your leftover chicken, read how to do that in this post: How to Freeze Rotisserie Chicken Properly
Christopher is a food and lifestyle expert, recipe developer and the content creator behind May Eighty Five. With over 6 years of creating recipes for your favourite food brands, he also shares tips, tricks and how to’s that he has learnt over the years. Every week, he shares quick, simple and mostly healthy recipes along with some home and entertaining tips. You will find flavorful cocktails, delicious appetizers, tasty mains and some indulgent desserts.
