Chicken Gyro with Tzatziki

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Delicious Chicken Gyro topped with Tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables

Easy Steps to make Chicken Gyro with Tzatziki

Ingredients:

  • 600 g chicken breast or chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cucumber, finely grated and squeezed
  • 250 g thick yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill (optional)
  • Pita bread or plate for serving
  • Sliced tomatoes for garnish
  • Thinly sliced onion for garnish
  • Fresh green salad for garnish
  • French fries for garnish

Directions:

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, sweet paprika, cumin, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Add the thinly sliced chicken and onion. Mix well to coat the meat with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the meat marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or for a few hours for more flavor.

  2. Prepare the tzatziki: Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid for thicker tzatziki, or leave it with the juice for a lighter texture. In a bowl, mix thick yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. If desired, add finely chopped fresh dill. Mix well and refrigerate the tzatziki before serving.

  3. Fry the meat: Heat a little olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the marinated chicken in several batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. This way, the meat will fry properly. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the fried meat and set aside.

  4. Serve: Serve the warm chicken gyro in pita bread or on a plate, with cold tzatziki. Add garnishes like sliced tomatoes, thinly sliced onion, fresh green salad, or French fries. For extra flavor, you can add a few drops of lemon juice before serving.

How to serve Chicken Gyro with Tzatziki

Serve the chicken gyro warm, wrapped in pita bread with a generous helping of tzatziki on the side. Adding fresh veggies and fries enhances the meal, making it satisfying and delicious.

Variation

  • Spicy Chicken Gyro: Add some chili powder or cayenne pepper to the marinade for an extra kick.
  • Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with grilled vegetables like zucchini and bell peppers for a tasty vegetarian gyro.
  • Greek Salad Gyro: Add a layer of Greek salad inside the pita for extra flavor and crunch.

FAQs

  1. Can I use frozen chicken?
    Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just make sure to defrost it completely before marinating.

  2. How do I store leftovers?
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

  3. Can I make tzatziki in advance?
    Yes, tzatziki can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge. This allows the flavors to meld together nicely.

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