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Chicken gyros.

Chicken Gyros

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Nico Pallotta
This chicken gyros is an easy sheet pan dinner with Greek yogurt marinade and roasted onions. Serve gyros with pita bread, tzatziki and crumbled feta.
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs – boneless, skinless
  • 3 red onions
  • 1 small bell pepper about 4 oz/120g
  • 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest from one lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic grated
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat – Set your oven to 430°F (220°C) and let it fully preheat.
    Make the Marinade – In a bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 3 cloves garlic (grated), 2 teaspoons paprika, 2 teaspoons cumin, 2 teaspoons coriander, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  • Prep the Chicken – Cut 1 lb chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks, big enough to stay juicy. Toss thoroughly in the marinade, ensuring every piece is well coated.
  • Bake – On a baking sheet, scatter 3 red onions (thinly sliced) and 1 small bell pepper (sliced or diced) in an even layer. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on top. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until nearly cooked through.
  • Broil to Finish – Switch the oven to broil. Let the chicken broil for 5 to 10 minutes, until nicely charred on top with crispy edges.
  • Assemble and Serve – Grab some warm flatbread. Spread a generous layer of tzatziki, pile on the chicken, then top with crumbled feta, pomegranate seeds, pickled red onions, French fries, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Notes

OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS FOR SERVING THIS
  • Pita bread or a no-yeast flatbread
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • French fries
  • Pomegranate seeds
  • Crumbled feta cheese
  • Lemon juice
  • Fresh cilantro, mint, or parsley
  • Something pickled like pickled onions or jalapeños
STORAGE
Leftovers keep for 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition information is just for the chicken + marinade. No flatbread, tzatziki, fries, or other toppings you might want to add.
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