Chicken Gyros

Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea that's sure to please the whole family? Look no further than these delicious Chicken Gyros! Not only are they simple to make, but they can also be prepared ahead of time and cooked in the oven, air fryer, or on the barbecue. 

With a zesty lemon and herb marinade, this marinated chicken is bursting with flavour and can be served with a fresh salad or pita bread with tzatziki or garlic dip. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, these Chicken Gyros are a perfect meal that's sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation. So why not give them a try tonight and see for yourself just how delicious they are.

gryros, souvlaki, greek, mediterranean, chicken, wraps, lunch, dinner, barbecueoven baked, air fryer

dinner, lunch

Greek

Yield: 4

Author: Ange Zahn

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Chicken Gyros

Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea that's sure to please the whole family? Chicken gyros are not only simple to make, but they can also be prepared ahead of time and cooked in the oven, air fryer, or on the barbecue. With a zesty lemon and herb marinade, this marinated chicken is bursting with flavour and can be served with a fresh salad or pita bread with tzatziki or garlic dip.

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Ingredients

• 1 kg chicken thigh fillets
• 1 lemon - rind and juice
• ½ cup fresh oregano, roughly chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried oregano)
• 5 cloves garlic, crushed
• ¼ cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

Marinade instructions

1. Add the lemon rind, juice, oregano, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper to a bowl or snap lock bag.
2. Add the chicken thigh fillets and toss to coat in the marinade. If using a bowl, cover with glad wrap or alfoil.
3. Place in the fridge for a minimum of 3 hours to marinate.

Oven Instructions

1. Preheat the oven 180ºC and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Lay the chicken on the paper in an even layer.
3. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway

Air Fryer Instructions

1. Cook on 'Chicken' setting 20-25 minutes, turning half way.

Notes

• Slice chicken into strips and serve with fresh salad - shredded lettuce, spinach, tomato, cucumber, grated carrot, capsicum, grated cheese, garlic dip or tzatziki
• Pita/souvlaki bread (fry on a dry frypan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes each side (or until golden brown),  

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