Mediterranean Chicken Wraps with Tzatziki and Olives
These wraps are bursting with Mediterranean flavors: tender spiced chicken, crisp vegetables, briny olives, creamy tzatziki, and soft warm flatbread or pita. They’re easy to assemble, great for meal prep, and make a wholesome, handheld meal.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1 lb (450 g) boneless chicken breast or thighs, sliced into strips
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Tzatziki
1 cup Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated & squeezed dry
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Wraps
4 large pita breads, flatbreads, or tortillas
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, diced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup Kalamata or green olives, halved
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley or mint, chopped
Instructions
1. Marinate & Cook the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken strips, toss well, and marinate for 15–20 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 8–10 minutes, turning until golden and cooked through.
2. Make the Tzatziki
In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
Mix well and chill until ready to use.
3. Assemble the Wraps
Warm pitas or flatbreads in a dry skillet.
Spread each with a generous spoonful of tzatziki.
Add cooked chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta.
Sprinkle fresh parsley or mint.
Fold or roll tightly into wraps.
Notes & Tips
Make it lighter: Use whole wheat or low-carb wraps.
Extra crunch: Add shredded lettuce or arugula.
Meal prep tip: Cook chicken ahead, store in fridge up to 3 days, and assemble wraps when ready.
Sauce swap: Add a drizzle of hummus or roasted red pepper spread for extra depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes – replace chicken with grilled halloumi, falafel, or roasted chickpeas.
Q: Can these wraps be served cold?
Absolutely – they work well as a chilled lunch wrap.
Q: What’s the best bread to use?
Soft Greek pita is ideal, but lavash or tortillas also work.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480
Protein: 34 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 4 g
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g