Whipping up Greek-style chicken gyros is a breeze for busy evenings. Succulent chicken thighs are bathed in a lively marinade bursting with the flavors of lemon, garlic, and fragrant oregano, then grilled to juicy perfection. Nestled in warm pita bread and adorned with crisp veggies and a dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce, each bite is a mouthful of Mediterranean flavors. This simple recipe lets you bypass a trip to a Greek restaurant and instead whip up some delicious gyros right in the comfort of your own kitchen. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family. Make it a weekly favorite!

Quick Info

⏱️ 210 min • 🍽️ 8 servings • ⭐ 96%

Nutrition

510 cal • 43g protein • 50g carbs • 15g fat

Tags

[North American] • [Dinner] • [Fusion] • [High-Protein] • [Meal]

Ingredients

• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• ¾ cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• n/a
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, pounded flat
• 1 large cucumber, shredded
• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• n/a
• ½ large yellow onion, peeled and root side removed
• 8 pitas
• Sliced onion
• Sliced tomato
• 1 sturdy wooden skewer (roughly 10 inches)

Instructions Preview

1. Make the marinade: In a large bowl, combin…
2. On a cutting board, place a piece of plast…
3. In another large bowl or gallon-sized zip-…

…and 6 more steps

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Recipe by: Mike Price • From: Tasty: Tasty Grill