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Greek Chicken Gyros

Greek Chicken Gyros Made Easy: Juicy, Flavor-Loaded Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with juicy Greek Chicken Gyros, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 gyros
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Can substitute with lamb, pork, or beef.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds moisture and depth.
  • 2 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard Can use regular Dijon mixed with honey.
  • 4 cloves minced garlic Adjust amount to taste.
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds brightness to the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 tablespoon dry oregano Adjust to taste.
For Moisture
  • 1 cup water or stock Keeps chicken juicy while cooking.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • skewers
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs, olive oil, honey Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, lemon zest, and dry oregano. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Prepare your cooking setup: If using a Vertical Gyro Spit Plate, thread the marinated chicken onto the skewer. For a homemade method, use a halved onion to hold the skewers.
  4. Place the gyro spit in the oven and pour water or stock into the baking sheet to maintain moisture.
  5. Cover the chicken with foil if desired, and bake for 75-90 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. After baking, let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gyroCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight and allow the chicken to rest before slicing.

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