Chicken Gyros | Akis Petretzikis

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

tzatziki sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt with herbs

💰Cheaper: sour cream with dill

Yogurt with herbs offers a lighter option, while sour cream is more budget-friendly.

Prepare the brine by adding water, 4 cloves of smashed garlic, parsley, 1 lemon cut in half, peppercorns, and salt into a pan.

Add 1-2 tablespoons of honey to balance the flavors and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, remove from heat and let the brine cool to infuse the flavors.

Strain the brine and store it for future use, but do not reuse it after marinating meat.

Cut chicken thighs into strips and submerge them in the brine for 1-2 hours.

After marinating, drain the chicken and pat it dry with a kitchen towel to remove excess liquid.

Heat a non-stick pan and add extra virgin Greek olive oil until it gathers in the center, indicating it's ready.

Add the marinated chicken strips to the hot pan and sear until crispy and golden brown.

Prepare tortillas and add diced tomatoes, onion mixed with parsley, and a quick sauce made from mayonnaise, honey, and mustard.

Once the chicken is cooked and crispy, add it to the tortillas along with fries, then wrap and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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