Authentic Greek Chicken Gyros (Print-Friendly Version)

Marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection, wrapped in soft pita with fresh veggies and homemade tzatziki sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Marinade

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon dried oregano
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Tzatziki Sauce

09 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
11 - 1/2 cucumber, finely grated, moisture squeezed out
12 - 1 small garlic clove, grated or finely minced
13 - Pinch of salt

→ Assembly

14 - 4 to 6 pita breads or flatbreads
15 - 1 cucumber, diced
16 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced
17 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
18 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
19 - Optional: Crumbled feta cheese, olives, or lettuce for extra toppings

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until blended. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Cover or transfer to a resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
02 - Preheat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess marinade drip off. Grill for 6 to 7 minutes on each side until golden brown with a light char and fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, grated garlic, and salt. Add the grated cucumber, squeezing out excess moisture before mixing. Refrigerate until ready to use.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are juicier but chicken breasts can be used if preferred. Avoid overcooking.
02 - The marinade can be made a day in advance for easier meal prep.
03 - For a fun serving option, set up a build-your-own gyro station with separate ingredients.
04 - Store-bought tzatziki can be used as a time-saver, but the homemade version enhances the flavors.

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