Greek Chicken Gyros Recipe 🥙🔥 Cooked On A Homemade Rotisserie Spit!

In a large bowl, add Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground coriander, paprika, dried oregano, ground cumin, honey, and black pepper to prepare the marinade.

Mix the marinade thoroughly.

Place boneless skinless chicken thighs on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and pound them down to about half an inch thick using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or prepare a cast iron skillet.

Slice the top and bottom off of the onion and cut it into a large disc about 1 and 1/2 inches thick.

Poke two thick wooden skewers into the center of the onion, 1 inch apart, until flush with the bottom of the onion.

Skewer the chicken thighs through both skewers, ensuring they are not too tight to allow for shrinkage during cooking.

Roast the chicken in a 375°F oven for about 60 to 90 minutes, until cooked through and the center reaches 165°F.

While the chicken is roasting, prepare the tzatziki sauce by peeling and slicing the cucumber lengthwise, removing the seeds with a spoon, and shredding it.

Toss the shredded cucumber with a heaping 1/4 teaspoon of salt and let it drain in a colander or mesh strainer for 15 minutes.

After 15 minutes, squeeze and remove all liquid from the cucumber to prevent the tzatziki from being watery.

In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh dill.

Add the drained cucumber to the yogurt mixture and mix until well combined. Optionally, add fresh mint and parsley.

Season the tzatziki with salt and pepper to taste. Store-bought tzatziki can be used as a shortcut if desired.

Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing it into thin slices.

Assemble the Greek chicken gyros by spreading tzatziki on a pita, layering sliced chicken, and topping with sliced red onions, tomatoes, and gem lettuce, finishing with a sprinkle of feta cheese.

Optionally, add French fries to the gyros for an authentic Athens-style touch.

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