Greek Chicken Gyros
These Greek Chicken Gyros are a delightful wrap featuring marinated chicken, fresh toppings, and a cool tzatziki sauce. The combination of lemon and herbs in the marinade really brings the flavors to life.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Grill or oven
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 kg Boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil for marinade
- 1 lemon Juice and zest of
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 240 g Greek yogurt for tzatziki
- 100 g Cucumber grated and squeezed dry
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice for tzatziki
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil for tzatziki
- Dill to taste for tzatziki
- 4 pieces Pita or flatbread
- as needed Fresh tomatoes, red onions, and lettuce for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, olive oil, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, coating evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- For the tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and dill in a bowl. Chill for 30 minutes to combine flavors.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat or the oven to 218°C. Sear the marinated chicken for 2–3 minutes on each side, then finish cooking in the oven for 12–15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 74°C.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before slicing thinly.
- Serve the sliced chicken in warm pita or flatbread with a generous dollop of tzatziki and your choice of fresh toppings.
Notes
Tip: Avoid crowding the chicken on the grill to ensure even cooking and a nice sear. Marinade longer for enhanced flavor.