This homemade gyros recipe is so super easy and incredibly flavorful! Following the motto: you ask, we deliver, today I’m sharing my recipe for chicken gyros by popular request.
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Why this Recipe Works
This gyros recipe is a great variation featuring my own gyros spice blend and, of course, all the sides and toppings.
Easy Chicken Gyros Recipe
This recipe for homemade gyros is so incredibly simple that there’s really no reason not to give it a try 😉 . Deliciously tender chicken thigh fillets with spices, freshly baked Greek pita bread, and of course tzatziki. A delicious weeknight meal and the perfect comfort food to kick off the weekend, so it’s always a good choice!
Gyros Ingredients
To make this amazing gyros recipe yourself, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Chicken, I like to use boneless and skinless chicken thighs
- Spices, a classic Greek style mix of smoked paprika, cumin, oregano and onion powder
- Marinate, the chicken is marinated in the spice mix, garlic, yogurt, honey and lemon juice for and extra juicy and flavorful gyros
Chicken Gyros with Flatbread
I prefer to serve this chicken gyros with homemade flatbread, but it’s also very tasty with Greek pita. And of course, a classic Greek salad is a must. That way, you have a delicious, complete meal packed with flavor, ideal for the whole family.
Making Gyros from Scratch
In addition to marinating the chicken thigh fillet in a delicious blend of spices, you also let it marinate in some yogurt and garlic. This makes the chicken full of flavor and nice and tender. Since there’s yogurt in the marinade, I naturally serve tzatziki on the side as well. Hungry yet? Great, let’s get cooking!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best chicken to use?
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are highly recommended because their fat content keeps the meat juicy during cooking.
How long should I marinate the chicken?
For the best flavor and texture, marinate your chicken for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
How long do leftovers last?
Cooked gyros can be kept in a container in the fridge for 3 – 4 days.
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Ingredients
- 500 gram chicken thigh fillets
- 2 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
- Flatbread or pita bread
- Tzatziki
- Sliced cucumber, tomato and red onion
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Skillet
INSTRUCTIONS (how to make this recipe):
- Place the chicken breast in a large bowl and add all the ingredients for the marinade (except the olive oil), then season with salt and pepper. Stir well so that the chicken breast is thoroughly coated with the marinade, and let it marinate (preferably for 1 hour or, even better, overnight).
- Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a skillet and fry the chicken thigh fillet until golden brown and cooked through on both sides.
- Remove the chicken thigh fillet from the pan, cut into strips, and return it to the pan to fry briefly.
- Serve the gyros on flatbread (or pita) with tzatziki, cucumber, and tomato to taste. Enjoy!
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