Easy Greek Chicken Gyros

Easy Greek Chicken Gyros

Ingredients:

  • 5-600 g Boneless and Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
  • 1 Large Baking Potato (must be a large potato)
  • 100 g Greek Yoghurt (must be pourable, add more if required)
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tsp Dried Parsley
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tsp Salt

Directions:

  1. Prepare The Chicken:
    1. Trim any excess fat, gristle, bones, or skin.
    2. If using thighs, keep whole; if using breasts, butterfly and pound slightly.
  2. The Marinade:
    1. Toast spices in a dry pan until fragrant.
    2. Mix yoghurt, olive oil, salt, and spices in a bowl.
    3. Coat chicken thoroughly and marinate for at least 30 minutes to 24 hours.
  3. Cooking:
    1. Preheat oven to 180°C (fan assisted).
    2. Prepare a potato base for the chicken tower.
    3. Skewer the chicken on the potato base and bake for about 20 minutes until golden, then cover with foil and bake for an additional 40 minutes or until the correct internal temperature is reached.

Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Kcal: 220 per serving

Juicy, tender, and flavorsome Chicken Gyros, packed full of Greek herbs and spices, cooked on skewers and baked in the oven until crispy and gnarly. This easy and healthy recipe brings the delightful tastes of Greece to your home kitchen, without the need for a rotisserie. Perfect for a nutritious meal prep or a family dinner, these gyros are a must-try for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.