Greek Chicken Gyros recipe

Here’s an authentic-style Greek Chicken Gyros recipe you can easily make at home 🇬🇷🍗:

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Greek Chicken Gyros

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

• 1½–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Tzatziki Sauce

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• ½ English cucumber, grated & squeezed dry
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• Fresh dill or mint (optional)

For Serving

• Pita bread (Greek-style)
• Tomatoes, sliced
• Red onion, thinly sliced
• Lettuce or fries (traditional option)

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Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken
   Combine all marinade ingredients. Coat chicken well and marinate at least 30 minutes (2–24 hours for best flavor).
2. Cook the Chicken
   • Grill: Medium-high heat, 5–7 minutes per side
   • Skillet: Cook in olive oil over medium-high until golden
   • Oven: 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes
     Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
3. Make Tzatziki
   Mix all ingredients and chill 15 minutes.
4. Assemble Gyros
   Warm pita. Add chicken, tomato, onion, optional fries, and drizzle generously with tzatziki.

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Tips for Authentic Flavor

• Use chicken thighs for juicier meat
• Sprinkle a little red wine vinegar on the onions
• Serve with Greek fries (oregano + feta)

If you want a sheet-pan version, air fryer method, or meal prep quantities, I can tailor it for you.