Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to bring this dish to life. Remember, substitutions are always an option – use what you have and make it your own!
- 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts for a leaner option)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4-6 pita bread rounds
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Creating these gyros is a simple process, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. Here’s how you can bring a taste of Greece to your home:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
- While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce. Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the chicken into strips and set aside.
- Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute per side.
- Assemble your gyros by placing the chicken strips, diced cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on the warm pita. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and roll up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International