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Greek Chicken Gyros

Savor Homemade Greek Chicken Gyros: Fast, Flavorful Fun

Enjoy the flavors of Greece with this Greek Chicken Gyros recipe, featuring marinated chicken thighs and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Dijon Mustard Substitute with regular mustard or omit for less sweetness
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) Fresh is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Lemon juice can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used for brighter flavor
  • 1 cup Water or Stock Vegetable or chicken stock offers deeper flavor
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread Soft and warm
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Creamy and refreshing
  • 2 cups Fresh Vegetables Spinach, tomato, cucumber, or any crunchy veggie

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skewers or gyro spit

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Greek Chicken Gyros
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, honey Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and dried oregano. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 1 hour, or ideally, overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken thighs onto a vertical gyro spit plate or use bamboo skewers.
  4. Place the skewer or gyro spit onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Pour about a cup of water or vegetable stock into the baking sheet.
  5. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 75 to 90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. After roasting, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes. Once rested, slice the chicken into thin strips.
  7. Assemble your Greek Chicken Gyros by placing the sliced chicken inside warm pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness, ensuring chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

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