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Chicken Gyros Recipe

Delicious and easy chicken gyros with a flavorful marinade and fresh toppings!
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-sized pieces

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup grated cucumber peeled and seeds removed, squeezed dry
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.25 tsp salt

For Assembly:

  • 4 large pita breads
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the chicken marinade. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
  • While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers if using, or cook directly in the skillet.
  • Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
  • Warm the pita breads slightly on the grill or in a dry skillet.
  • To assemble the gyros, spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each warm pita. Fill with cooked chicken, chopped tomatoes, sliced red onion, and lettuce. Fold or roll to serve.

Notes

Enjoy your homemade chicken gyros!