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Chicken Gyros Recipe

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Authentic Greek chicken gyros with tzatziki sauce and crispy Greek fries – a complete Mediterranean meal made at home!

 

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1½ pounds chicken breasts
  • 2 red bell peppers, sliced
  • 6 pita breads
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • Pickled red onions
  • Radishes
  • Shredded lettuce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 3 tablespoons oregano
  • ½–1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 4 russet potatoes
  • ½ cup crumbled feta

Instructions

  1. Combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper for marinade. Coat chicken and peppers, refrigerate 1-8 hours.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Roast chicken and peppers for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Mix ¼ cup olive oil with garlic, oregano, and cayenne. Cut potatoes into fries, toss with seasoned oil.
  4. Bake fries for 30-35 minutes until crisp, turning halfway through. Sprinkle with feta while hot.
  5. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing. Warm pitas briefly in oven.
  6. Assemble gyros with tzatziki, chicken, peppers, and toppings. Serve with Greek fries.

Notes

Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts for juicier results. Marinate overnight for maximum flavor. Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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Keywords: chicken gyros, Greek chicken, tzatziki, Greek fries, pita sandwich

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