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Chicken Gyros

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Delight in the succulence of Chicken Gyros, a Greek-inspired masterpiece featuring tender, marinated chicken slices. Nestled within soft pita, this culinary marvel embraces crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and a generous drizzle of tzatziki. A harmonious blend of flavours, Chicken Gyros captures the essence of Mediterranean street food, delivering a wholesome and satisfying gastronomic experience.

Chicken

  • 500g boneless skinless chicken thighs (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (crushed)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt (optional, for extra tenderness)

    • Tzatziki

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber (grated and drained)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

    • Gyros

  • Pita bread
  • Lettuce (shredded)
  • Tomatoes (diced)
  • Red onions (thinly sliced)
    • Instructions
    1. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken thighs with minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Optionally, add a couple of tablespoons of Greek yogurt for extra tenderness. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
    2. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken slices for 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through.
    3. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
    4. Warm the pita bread. Spread a generous dollop of tzatziki over the pita bread.
    5. Add a layer of shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions.
    6. Top with the cooked chicken slices. Fold the pita bread to form a gyro and secure with a toothpick.
    7. Serve the Chicken Gyros immediately, with extra tzatziki on the side.
    8. Enjoy the delightful flavours of these Chicken Gyros – a perfect balance of marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki!