Herb-Infused Mediterranean Chicken Gyr – A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Recipe
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Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:
1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Salt, to taste
For Assembly:
4 warm pita or flatbreads
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup chopped cucumber
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley or mint, for garnish
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Instructions:
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let rest, then slice into strips.
Step 3: Prepare the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.
Step 4: Assemble the Gyros
Warm pita breads and layer with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and crumbled feta. Drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce and garnish with fresh parsley or mint.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Wrap the gyros and serve immediately with extra sauce or lemon wedges on the side.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: