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Oven Roasted Chicken Gyros: Your New Favorite Recipe!

Oven Roasted Chicken Gyros
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Oven Roasted Chicken Gyros is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with flavorful spices, served in warm pita bread with fresh toppings.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven Roasting
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade.
  4. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until fully cooked.
  6. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  7. Warm the pita breads in the oven for a few minutes.
  8. Assemble the gyros by placing sliced chicken in the pita, topped with tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomato, and red onion.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight.
  • Feel free to add other toppings like cucumber or feta cheese.
  • This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.

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