Best 7 Best Homemade Chicken Gyro Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable flavors of the Mediterranean with our collection of homemade chicken gyro recipes. Discover the art of creating authentic gyros from scratch, using tender chicken, aromatic spices, and fresh, vibrant ingredients. From the classic Greek gyro to unique variations like the tzatziki chicken gyro and the harissa chicken gyro, our recipes offer a delightful journey through the diverse culinary traditions of the region. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes are carefully crafted to guide you through each step of the process, ensuring a successful and satisfying gyro-making experience. So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with our irresistible homemade chicken gyro recipes.

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EASY CHICKEN GYRO



Easy Chicken Gyro image

Greek-inspired Mediterranean chicken gyro.

Provided by KarenCanCook

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Broiled

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (16 ounce) container Greek yogurt
1 cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons dried dill weed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced
lemon, juiced
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 ¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into strips
6 (6 inch) pita bread rounds
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tomato, diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ head iceberg lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Place Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill weed, 2 cloves garlic, white vinegar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth; set aside.
  • Whisk together 4 cloves minced garlic, juice of 1 lemon, red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and oregano in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • Stir in chicken strips and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place chicken on a large baking sheet.
  • Broil the chicken in the preheated oven until lightly browned and no longer pink in the center, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; place each pita bread into the skillet until warm and soft, about 2 minutes per pita.
  • Serve warmed pita bread topped with chicken strips, yogurt sauce, tomatoes, onion, and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 398.5 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

HOMEMADE GREEK CHICKEN GYRO RECIPE



Homemade Greek Chicken Gyro recipe image

The best homemade Greek chicken gyro recipe with fluffy pita breads and creamy tzatziki sauce for you to recreate this authentic Greek delight from scratch!

Provided by Eli K. Giannopoulos

Categories     Main

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 26

800g/ 28 oz. boneless chicken thighs (or mixed thighs and breasts)
1 onion cut into rings
1 red pepper cut into rings
1/3 of a cup olive oil
1 tbsp dried oregano
2 tsps smoked paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove of garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cucumber
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 of a cup olive oil
500g of yogurt (18 ounces)
1-2 tbsps of red wine vinegar
a pinch of salt
8 pita breads
olive oil
1-2 tsps dried oregano
1 tomato, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
fried potatoes (optional)
romaine (cos) lettuce (optional)
paprika
salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • To prepare this chicken gyro recipe, start by preparing the marinade for the gyro. In a large bowl, combine marinade ingredients and stir well.
  • On a cutting board, place a piece of plastic wrap over the chicken thighs and pound until about 1 1/2 cm thick with a meat mallet or heavy pan.
  • In another large bowl combine chicken thighs and marinade, stirring well to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to one day.
  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  • Skewer the chicken thighs individually on a spit (make sure to skewer them pretty tight). In between the chicken pieces skewer the onion and peppers.
  • Bake for about 1- 1 and 1/2 hour, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C)
  • Let it rest for about 8 minutes and then carve slices with a sharp knife.
  • In the meantime prepare the tzatziki sauce for the chicken gyro. Pour in a blender the olive oil and grated garlic and blend until combined.
  • Remove the skin and seeds of the cucumber and grate it into a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and leave aside for 10 minutes. Wrap the grated cucumber in a towel and squeeze, in order to get rid of the excess water.
  • In a bowl, add the cucumber, the blended garlic and oil, the yogurt, 1-2 tbsps of red wine vinegar, a pinch of salt and blend, until the ingredients are combined.
  • Store the tzatziki sauce in the fridge and always serve cold.
  • Prepare the pita breads. Preheat the oven to 250C. Use a cooking brush to oil the pita breads on both sides and season with salt and oregano. Place a large oven tray (upside down) at the bottom of the oven and place the pita breads on top of the tray. Bake for 2-3 minutes.
  • Chicken gyro is usually served wrapped, like a sandwich. Spread some tzatziki sauce on the pita breads and top it with the chicken gyro, some slices of red onion, some sliced tomato and fried potatoes and wrap.
  • For an easier version of this traditional Greek souvlaki with chicken gyro recipe you can serve with Greek yogurt or some mustard and mayonnaise sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 souvlaki with pita and tzatziki, Calories 445kcal, Sugar 6.2g, Sodium 2976.5mg, Fat 17.3g, SaturatedFat 4g, UnsaturatedFat 12g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 42.9g, Fiber 4.9g, Protein 32.3g, Cholesterol 102.1mg

CHICKEN GYROS



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Light and fresh, easy to make chicken gyros. You can add diced tomatoes, chopped cucumbers, red onion, and even avocado as a garnish.

Provided by jennelleikam

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
8 bamboo skewers, or as needed
¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup olive oil
1 medium lemon, zested
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
½ large cucumber - peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 medium orange bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
4 small (4 inch) pita bread rounds, split
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into large cubes. Soak bamboo skewers in water.
  • Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper for marinade together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  • Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, vinegar, and salt for tzatziki together in a small bowl. Place in the refrigerator to marinate the flavors until chicken and vegetables are cooked.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with foil.
  • Toss onion, bell pepper, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for veggies together in a large bowl. Pour onto one of the prepared baking sheets.
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Skewer chicken and place on the remaining baking sheet. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Place chicken in the preheated oven on the middle rack, and veggies on the bottom rack. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove veggies. Turn on the broiler and broil chicken until browned, about 2 minutes. An instant-read thermometer should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken from the oven. Pull off skewers and place in pitas. Top with cooked veggies, tzatziki, and Sriracha.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 81.5 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 1583.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

CHICKEN GYROS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Gyros Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, large yellow onion, wooden skewer, greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, garlic, coriander powder, paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, black pepper, large cucumber, greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, pita breads, onion, tomato

Provided by Mike Price

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, pounded flat
½ large yellow onion, peeled and root side removed
1 wooden skewer, sturdy, roughly 10 inches (25 cm)
2 cups greek yogurt
¼ cup lemon juice
¾ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 large cucumber, shredded
2 cups greek yogurt
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
8 pita breads
onion, sliced
tomato, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine marinade ingredients and stir well.
  • On a cutting board, place a piece of plastic wrap over the chicken thighs and pound until about ½ inch (1 cm) thick with a meat mallet, rolling pin, or heavy pan.
  • In another large bowl or gallon plastic bag, combine chicken thighs and marinade, stirring well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour and up to one day.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Shred the cucumber, be sure to squeeze out any excess liquid.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tzatziki ingredients and stir well. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • On a baking sheet or a large cast-iron skillet, use the onion half as a base and position the skewer vertically like a spit. Skewer the chicken thighs individually, rotating each one 90 degrees.
  • Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Carve off slices of chicken to fill a pita. Top with onion slices, tomato slices, and tzatziki sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 18 grams

CHICKEN GYROS



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This yummy chicken gyro recipe is a cinch to prepare. Just take tender chicken, coat it in a creamy cucumber-yogurt sauce, then tuck it into pita pockets. Some folks like lettuce and diced tomato on top. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon minced garlic, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/3 cup plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
2 whole pita breads
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the lemon juice, oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic, mustard and oregano; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine the cucumber, yogurt, dill and remaining garlic; cover and refrigerate until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir the chicken for 7-8 minutes or until no longer pink. Spoon onto pita breads. Top with yogurt mixture and onion; fold in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 397mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY OVEN-ROASTED CHICKEN GYROS



Easy Oven-Roasted Chicken Gyros image

This meat is so tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The warm richness of the chicken is balanced perfectly next to the cold, tangy tzatziki and fresh crunchy veggies. This tastes super close to authentic Greek street food and is a fun way to entertain with an affordable and impressive meal.

Provided by Nicolemcmom

Categories     Gyros

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 cup Greek yogurt
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 large onion
2 8- to 10-inch wooden skewers
6 pita breads, warmed
½ cup tzatziki sauce
½ cup shredded lettuce, or to taste
½ cup diced tomato, or to taste
¼ cup diced red onion, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, salt, paprika, black pepper, cumin, coriander, oregano, red pepper, and cinnamon in a medium bowl and stir until well combined. Pound chicken thighs evenly to about 1/2 inch in thickness. Coat all chicken well in marinade, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cut ends off onion and cut onion in half horizontally. Place onion halves next to each other on a parchment or foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Insert one skewer into each onion half, standing up vertically. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off, and thread each piece of chicken over the two skewers to form a large stack.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until evenly browned and cooked through, about 1 hour, rotating halfway through. Allow meat to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve sliced chicken in a warm pita topped with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomato, and red onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Cholesterol 164.5 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 45.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 1111.4 mg

KOULA'S BEST EVER CHICKEN GYROS



Koula's Best Ever Chicken Gyros image

This is an unusual version of classic Middle Eastern gyros (only homemade under the oven's broiler). Very tasty and quick to make. Perfect weekday dinner! You can prepare it in advance, let it marinate and just stick it in the oven. Best served inside pita bread pockets, with salad and yogurt.

Provided by ITSIE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1/2 inch strips
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 ½ teaspoons curry powder, or to taste
4 pita breads, cut in half
2 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Place the chicken strips side by side in a broiling pan. In a cup or small bowl, stir together the ketchup, olive oil, white wine vinegar, oregano, mustard powder and curry powder. Pour over the chicken. Allow the chicken to marinate while you preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Broil uncovered for 15 minutes with the meat about 6 inches from the heat. Just until the chicken is cooked through, but not browned. If left too long, it will turn stringy and dry.
  • Place hot chicken into pita pockets and spoon some of the juices from the pan over it. Top with salad greens and plain yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 499.7 mg, Sugar 7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your gyros.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help to flavor and tenderize the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Slice the chicken thinly against the grain: This will make it easier to eat.
  • Use a good quality pita bread: This will make the gyros easier to assemble and eat.
  • Don't overload the gyros with toppings: This will make them difficult to eat.
  • Serve the gyros immediately: This will ensure that they are at their best.

Conclusion:

Chicken gyros are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make chicken gyros that are just as good as the ones you get from your favorite Greek restaurant. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give chicken gyros a try.

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