A delectable chicken gyro is a delicious and popular Greek dish made with tender, seasoned chicken strips wrapped in soft pita bread alongside refreshing toppings like tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, red onions, and lettuce. Here’s an easy recipe for cooking delicious homemade chicken gyros:
Ingredients:
– 1 kg (2.2 lbs) boneless chicken breasts or thighs
– 1 tablespoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– Salt to taste
– 8-10 pita breads (soft and thin)
– 2 cups of tzatziki sauce
– 1 small red onion, sliced finely
– 2 large tomatoes, chopped into cubes
– 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– Olive oil for grilling
– Freshly chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cut the chicken breasts or thighs into strips.
2. In a large bowl, combine oregano, rosemary, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt. Mix well to create a seasoning blend.
3. Toss the chicken strips in the prepared seasoning blend until evenly coated.
4. Preheat your grill or heat a grilling pan over medium-high heat with olive oil.
5. Grill the seasoned chicken strips for 4-6 minutes per side, until cooked through and slightly charred.
6. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
7. Toast the pita breads by lightly brushing them with olive oil and placing them on a griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Cook until they are slightly crisp, around 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Assemble your gyros: Spread tzatziki sauce on the toasted pita bread, then add sliced chicken, tomatoes, red onions, lettuce, and fresh parsley (optional).
9. Roll up the pita bread like a wrap and enjoy!
10. Serve with additional sides such as French fries or Greek salad for a more filling meal.
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