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Greek Chicken Gyros

Savory Greek Chicken Gyros You Can Make at Home Today

Prepare authentic Greek Chicken Gyros bursting with flavor and perfect for any dinner occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 12 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs Chicken breast can be used, but they'll cook faster.
  • cup olive oil Avocado oil is a great alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard Replace with regular Dijon mixed with honey if needed.
  • 6 cloves minced garlic Fresh garlic is always best for maximum flavor.
  • 2 pieces lemons Zest of two lemons brightens the chicken.
  • ½ tablespoon salt Reduce if using table salt as it's usually saltier.
  • to taste dry oregano Feel free to swap in fresh oregano, adjusting quantities as necessary.
For Cooking
  • 1 cup water or stock Use chicken or vegetable stock for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Gyro spit

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Greek Chicken Gyros
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken thighs with olive oil, honey Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, lemon zest, and dried oregano to create a marinade.
  3. Thread the marinated thighs onto a vertical gyro spit plate, alternating each piece's orientation.
  4. To make a DIY gyro support, cut an onion in half and place it on a lined baking sheet. Use skewers to insert each marinated chicken thigh into the onion.
  5. Place the gyro in the oven and add 1 cup of water or stock to the base of the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 75-90 minutes, checking periodically.
  7. Once fully cooked, let the gyro rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve wrapped in warm pita with tzatziki sauce and fresh toppings.

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