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Ingredients
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Meat
Rice
Toppings
Method
Meat Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Add the boneless chicken thighs and coat them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
- 2
Rice Preparation
- 3
Cook the Rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
Assembly
- 4
Prepare the Gyro
Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute on each side. To serve, place a portion of the grilled chicken on each pita, add a scoop of rice, and top with sliced cucumber, diced tomato, and red onion. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
