Greek Chicken Souvlaki Wraps (Printable)

Grilled marinated chicken skewers with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki in warm pita bread.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken Souvlaki

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 2 garlic cloves, 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 ground black pepper

→ Tzatziki Sauce

10 - 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
11 - 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
12 - 1 garlic clove, minced
13 - 1 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
15 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
16 - 1/4 tsp salt
17 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Wrap Components

18 - 4 large pita breads
19 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
20 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
21 - 1/2 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded
22 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken cubes and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
03 - Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat.
04 - Place pita breads on grill for about 30 seconds per side until warm and pliable.
05 - Spread a generous spoonful of tzatziki over each pita. Layer shredded lettuce, tomato slices, red onion, grilled chicken, and optional feta cheese. Fold and wrap tightly.
06 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The entire meal comes together in under an hour, including marinating time, so weeknight dinners feel surprisingly ambitious.
  • Grilled chicken stays juicy because the marinade does the heavy lifting, and you'll actually taste every herb and spice.
  • Making tzatziki from scratch is a revelation—it's fresher and tangier than anything store-bought, and it transforms the whole wrap.
  • Everyone at the table can customize their own wrap, so picky eaters and adventurous ones are equally happy.
02 -
  • Don't skip the marinating time—even just one hour makes a noticeable difference in how tender and flavorful the chicken becomes.
  • Squeezing the moisture out of grated cucumber is non-negotiable if you want tzatziki that tastes like tzatziki and not like diluted yogurt.
  • Grill your pita just enough to warm and soften it—over-toasting turns it into a cracker that cracks when you try to fold it.
  • Have all your vegetables prepped and ready before you start grilling so you can assemble wraps quickly while everything is at its best temperature.
03 -
  • If your wooden skewers keep burning while the chicken is still cooking, wrap the exposed tops in foil—they'll stay intact and you'll avoid blackened, splintery ends.
  • Let your grilled chicken rest for just two minutes before serving; this helps the juices redistribute so every bite stays moist and tender.
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