Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Chicken Gyros Kebabs:
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For assembling:
- Pita bread or flatbreads
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
- Lettuce or shredded cabbage
Instructions:
1. Marinating the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or preferably overnight for more flavor.
2. Making Tzatziki Sauce:
- In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
3. Grilling the Chicken:
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Grill the chicken kebabs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.
4. Assembling Gyros Kebabs:
- Warm the pita bread or flatbreads.
- Spread a generous amount of Tzatziki sauce on the bread.
- Place the grilled chicken on top of the sauce.
- Add sliced tomatoes, red onions, and lettuce or shredded cabbage.
5. Serving:
- Serve the Chicken Gyros Kebabs immediately, with extra Tzatziki sauce on the side.
- Optionally, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice and some crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.
Enjoy your delicious Chicken Gyros Kebabs!
