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Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe

Mouthwatering Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe You Can Make at Home

This Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe is a delightful way to bring Mediterranean magic home with juicy marinated chicken and creamy Tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs Tender and juicy choice.
  • 4 cloves Finely Chopped Garlic Fresh gives the best taste.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
  • 1 tsp Black Peppercorns Use ground if whole unavailable.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Prevents dryness during baking.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika gives a smokier flavor.
  • 1 tsp Dried Rosemary Can substitute with thyme.
  • 1 tsp Whole Coriander Seeds Ground coriander can be used.
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes Adjust to taste or omit.
  • 1 tbsp Coarse Sea Salt Adjust if using table salt.
For the Cooking Structure
  • 1 medium Onion Provides structural support.
  • 1 large Bamboo Skewer Create the vertical rotisserie.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • meat mallet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Bamboo skewer
  • Cookie tray
  • spice grinder
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Tenderize Chicken: Place chicken thighs between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
  2. Prepare Marinade: Grind the spices and combine with garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl.
  3. Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken in marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Create Rotisserie: Cut onion in half, insert skewer, and use as a base.
  5. Skewer Chicken: Stack marinated chicken tightly on the skewer.
  6. Bake Gyros: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake skewers for about 1 hour.
  7. Slice and Serve: Rest gyros for 15 minutes, then slice and serve in pita with Tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Follow expert tips for optimal results: tenderize properly, marinate well, check doneness, layer chicken tightly, rest before slicing, and serve fresh.

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