Gyro Recipe
Make Gyro Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Skewer
Tzatziki
Toppings and Bread
Method
Chicken Skewer
- 1
Marinate the chicken
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours to let flavors meld.
- 2
Skewer and rest
Thread the marinated chicken onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Let the skewered chicken rest at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before grilling.
Tzatziki
- 3
Finish and Serve
- 4
Grill the chicken
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill skewers 4–6 minutes per side, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred. Baste as needed with any remaining marinade.
- 5
- 6
Assemble the gyro: spread tzatziki on the warm pita, top with grilled chicken, sliced red onion and tomatoes, and crumbled feta (if using). Fold and serve immediately.
