Calorie guide · Greek
Chicken gyros pitacalories and macros
One serving of Chicken gyros pita has about 670 kcal, with 41 g protein, 66 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat. That is roughly 25% of calories from protein, 40% from carbs and 35% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein41 g25%
- Carbs66 g40%
- Fat25 g35%
Chicken gyros, the Greek street-food classic, wraps 120 g of marinated grilled chicken thigh in an 80 g pita with 50 g of tzatziki, tomato, onion and, Greek style, 40 g of fries. A serving is roughly 670 kcal with 41 g of protein and 66 g of carbohydrates, mostly from the pita and fries, and the 25 g of fat is split between the chicken thigh, the fries, the olive oil marinade and the tzatziki.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~350 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 191 kcal | 670 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 41 g | 25% |
| Carbs | 18.9 g | 66 g | 40% |
| Fat | 7.1 g | 25 g | 35% |
How many calories in 100 g of Chicken gyros pita?
A typical serving of Chicken gyros pita weighs about 350 g, so 100 g has about 191 kcal, 11.7 g protein, 18.9 g carbohydrates and 7.1 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 175 g | 335 | 20.5 g | 33 g | 12.5 g |
| 1 serving | 350 g | 670 | 41 g | 66 g | 25 g |
| 1½ servings | 525 g | 1005 | 61.5 g | 99 g | 37.5 g |
| 2 servings | 700 g | 1340 | 82 g | 132 g | 50 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 191 | 11.7 g | 18.9 g | 7.1 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 383 | 23.4 g | 37.7 g | 14.3 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Chicken gyros pita
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Sugars | 4.6 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 6.5 g | 33% |
| Sodium | 1,040 mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 880 mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 11 mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 65 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6 µg | 25% |
Allergens in Chicken gyros pita
- Gluten
- Milk
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Chicken gyros pita fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Chicken gyros pita?
For a 70 kg adult, the 670 kcal in one serving is about 156 minutes of comfortable walking or 114 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 156 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 114 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Greek pita wrap of marinated grilled chicken thigh with tzatziki, tomato, onion and a few fries.
- 120g Chicken Thigh (cooked)
- 80g Pita
- 50g Tzatziki
- 40g French Fries
- Tomato, Onion, 1 tsp Olive Oil, Oregano
How to make it
- Cut about 160 g boneless, skinless chicken thigh into strips and toss with 1 tsp olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika and salt. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Bake 40 g frozen fries in a 220°C oven according to the pack, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Cook the chicken in a hot griddle pan for 8 to 10 minutes, turning, until browned and cooked through with no pink inside.
- Warm an 80 g pita in the pan for 30 seconds per side.
- Spread 50 g tzatziki on the pita, add the chicken, sliced tomato, onion and fries, then roll up tightly in paper.
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How to make it lighter
- Leave out the fries and add extra salad inside the pita.
- Make the tzatziki with low-fat yogurt.
- Use chicken breast instead of thigh for less fat.
Lighter alternatives
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Work out your own daily calorie target with the calorie calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chicken gyros pita?
A typical serving of Chicken gyros pita has about 670 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Chicken gyros pita?
About 191 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 350 g with 670 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Chicken gyros pita high in protein?
Yes. With about 41 g of protein per serving (25% of its calories), Chicken gyros pita is a good protein source.
Can I eat Chicken gyros pita while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Chicken gyros pita?
Roughly 156 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 114 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Chicken gyros pita vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Chicken gyros pita contains meat or fish.
Is Chicken gyros pita gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Chicken gyros pita lighter?
Leave out the fries and add extra salad inside the pita. Make the tzatziki with low-fat yogurt. Use chicken breast instead of thigh for less fat.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (350 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.