Chicken Gyro
Gyros is one of the most well-known Greek dishes, loved around the world. This version is made with chicken breast, which is an easily accessible and quick-to-prepare ingredient. The freshly cooked chicken, crispy vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce harmonize perfectly with the soft pita. You can quickly prepare this dish at home, and it's a great choice for gatherings with friends or weekday dinners. Homemade gyros are both authentic and customizable.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 4
500
g
Chicken Breast
4
Yogurt Pita Bread
200
ml
Plain Yogurt
1
db
Cucumber
2
db
Tomato
1
db
Red Onion
2
cloves
Garlic
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
1
tsp
Ground Cumin
1
tsp
Hungarian Sweet Paprika
1
tsp
Oregano
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Black Pepper
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Preparation Steps
1
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. In a bowl, combine the chicken with olive oil, garlic, cumin, sweet paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the seasoned chicken strips until golden brown and cooked through.
3
Prepare the tzatziki sauce: grate the cucumber, squeeze out any excess liquid, and combine it with the plain yogurt and one grated garlic clove.
4
Thinly slice the tomatoes and red onion.
5
Warm the pita bread in a skillet or oven.
6
Fill the pitas with the cooked chicken strips, fresh vegetables, and tzatziki sauce.
7
Serve immediately while fresh, perhaps with a side of fries or a salad.
