Ingredients
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Let’s keep it simple, just like my mom would, turning a few basic ingredients into something extraordinary. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for tzatziki)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for tzatziki)
- Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, feta cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time (up to 4 hours is ideal).
- While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, white vinegar, olive oil, and salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Warm the pita breads on the grill or in a toaster for a couple of minutes to soften them.
- To assemble the gyros, place a few slices of chicken on each pita. Top with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce and your choice of toppings like sliced tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, and feta cheese.
- Fold the pita around the fillings and serve immediately. Enjoy the flavors of Greece from the comfort of your home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce, recipe, cooking, food
