Greek Chicken Gyros
These Greek Chicken Gyros are packed with flavor from the honey Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon zest, and oregano marinade. They are tender and juicy, perfect for stuffing into pita bread with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1.3kg)
- ⅛ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard
- 6 cloves minced garlic
- lemon zest from two lemons
- ½ tablespoon salt
- dry oregano
- 1 cup water or stock
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine olive oil, mustard, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and oregano in a bowl. Add the chicken thighs, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish, pour water or stock in the pan, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Assemble the gyros: Slice the cooked chicken, place in pita bread, and add your favorite toppings like tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
Notes
- You can also grill the marinated chicken thighs for a smokier flavor.
- Feel free to customize the toppings to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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