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Greek Chicken Gyros (The Easiest, Most Flavorful Recipe!)

This easy Greek Chicken Gyros recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken packed with authentic flavor. Learn to make the best homemade gyros with a simple marinade and creamy tzatziki sauce for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greek Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly cracked
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat recommended
  • 1/2 large cucumber grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
For Assembly
  • 4 pita breads warmed
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 roma tomato chopped
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, 4 cloves of minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the thinly sliced chicken and toss to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, make the tzatziki sauce. Squeeze all excess moisture from the grated cucumber using a clean kitchen towel. In a separate bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, 1 tbsp of lemon juice, and 1 clove of minced garlic. Season with a pinch of salt. Stir well and refrigerate.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown, slightly charred, and cooked through.
  4. Warm the pitas. Spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each pita. Top with the cooked chicken, sliced red onion, chopped tomato, and lettuce. Fold and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 45gFat: 28gFiber: 4g

Notes

For the most tender chicken, use thighs and don't skip the marinating time.
Ensure you squeeze the cucumber very well to avoid a watery tzatziki sauce.
Store leftover components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Keyword chicken gyros,greek chicken,homemade gyros

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