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Greek Chicken Gyros: Discover the Secret Recipe!

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A delicious and easy recipe for Greek Chicken Gyros, featuring marinated grilled chicken served in warm pita bread with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 8 pita breads
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dill optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
  • Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  • While the chicken is grilling, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, red onion, parsley, dill (if using), and salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
  • To assemble the gyros, warm the pita breads on the grill for about 1 minute on each side. Place a generous amount of sliced chicken in the center of each pita, top with tzatziki sauce, and add additional cucumber, red onion, and parsley if desired.
  • Roll up the pita around the filling and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the marinade.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or even use grilled vegetables for a vegetarian option.
Keyword Greek Chicken Gyros, grilled chicken, Gyros Recipe, tzatziki sauce