Chicken Gyro Pita Recipe
Tender chicken, flavorful gyro seasoning, and fresh pita bread. A taste of Mediterranean delight. (Served with french fries and soda)
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Pita and Toppings
French Fries
Beverage
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and ensure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.
Cooking the Chicken
- 3
- 4
Slice the Chicken
Once rested, slice the chicken into thin strips.
Pita Assembly
- 5
Prepare the Pitas
Warm the pita bread in a skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft.
- 6
Assemble the Gyros
Place some sliced chicken in the center of each pita. Top with diced tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, crumbled feta, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
French Fries
- 7
- 8
Bake the Fries
Spread the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Beverage
- 9
Serve the Soda
Chill and serve the soda of your choice alongside the chicken gyro pita and fries.
