Description
Learn how to make delicious Greek Chicken Gyros using an authentic cooking method. This recipe includes variations for Gyros bowls, Gyro chicken with vegetables, and Chicken shawarma.
Ingredients
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For the marinade:
- 2–2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Variation: chicken gyros bowl:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup halved baby tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup tzatziki
- 2 pitas
Variation: Gyro chicken with vegetables:
- 2–2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 large white onion, grated
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/8 tsp cloves
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 red onion, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 red pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup baby potatoes
Variation: Chicken shawarma:
- 2–2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp ground cloves
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp ground chili powder
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp ground allspice
- 1 tbsp ground pepper
Instructions
- Make the marinade: Add all of the marinade ingredients to a medium-sized mixing bowl or baking dish and whisk together.
- Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, toss to combine well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven: Remove marinated chicken from the fridge and preheat the oven to 400F.
- Prepare the chicken: Use a vertical spit or skewers on an onion base. Bake for 1-1 ½ hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serve with pita, tzatziki, and vegetables or in a bowl.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for richer flavor.
- Adjust spices to taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 180mg