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Chicken Gyros Recipe

Chicken Gyros

These juicy and flavorful Chicken Gyros are a family favorite, perfect for gatherings. Enjoy them with fresh toppings and homemade tzatziki sauce for an unforgettable meal!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • baking sheet or cast iron skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 8 pieces pita breads
  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs pounded flat
  • 2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ½ large yellow onion peeled
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • shredded cucumber for serving
  • sliced onion for serving
  • sliced tomato for serving
  • 1 sturdy 10-inch wooden skewer

Instructions
 

For the Marinade:

  • In a large bowl, blend together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, coriander, paprika, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon, black pepper, and kosher salt to prepare the marinade.

For the Chicken:

  • Place the chicken thighs on a cutting board covered with plastic wrap and pound them flat to about ½ inch thickness using a meat mallet.
  • Transfer the chicken to a bowl or zip-top bag, pour the marinade over, and massage it thoroughly into the meat. Allow it to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours for enhanced flavor.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • Prepare the tzatziki by combining shredded cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, dill, parsley, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

For Cooking the Chicken:

  • On a baking sheet or cast-iron skillet, use the onion half as a base. Skewer the marinated chicken thighs, rotating them as you add each piece.
  • Place in the oven and bake until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours. Allow the chicken to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
  • To serve, stuff the pita with warm chicken slices, adding onions and tomatoes along with a generous serving of tzatziki sauce. Enjoy your meal!
Keyword Chicken