If you love a good takeout gyro, wait until you try this homemade chicken gyro recipe! Juicy, marinated chicken stacked on a skewer (or baked in the oven), perfectly seasoned with Greek-inspired spices, then sliced thin for the ultimate gyro experience.
I made this for my family, and let me tell you-it was so good, there were no leftovers! The best part? You can prep everything ahead, making this an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep option.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
✔️ Juicy & Flavorful: The yogurt marinade makes the chicken ultra-tender.
✔️ Super Easy: Minimal hands-on time, just marinate, cook, and slice!
✔️ Meal Prep Friendly: Make a batch and enjoy gyros all week.
Ingredients You'll Need:
Here's what you'll need to make these delicious chicken gyros:
Chicken Thighs: Stay juicy and tender-way better than chicken breast!
Greek Yogurt: Helps break down the chicken for extra tenderness.
Olive Oil & Lemon Juice: Adds richness and brightness.
Garlic & Spices: Oregano, cumin, paprika, and coriander for that classic Mediterranean flavor.
Red Wine Vinegar: Enhances the tangy depth of the marinade.
How to Serve Chicken Gyros
Classic Gyro Wrap: Stuff it into warm pita with tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
Grain Bowl: Serve over rice with feta, olives, and cucumbers.
Low-Carb: Wrap it in lettuce for a lighter option.
Storage & Meal Prep Tips
Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze cooked, sliced chicken for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Warm in a skillet to keep it juicy and crispy.
Once you make this homemade chicken gyro, you'll never want takeout again! The flavors are bold, fresh, and absolutely delicious.
Let me know in the comments-will you be making these gyros soon? Don't forget to save & share this recipe!
Homemade Chicken Gyros
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs
- Greek yogurt
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Oregano
- Cumin
- Paprika
- Coriander
- Red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Cover and marinate at least 1 hour, or up to overnight in the fridge for best flavor.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers, or arrange on a lined sheet pan. Cook on a grill or in a 425°F oven, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (about 15-20 minutes).
- Let the chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice thin.
- Serve stuffed into warm pita with tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and lettuce, or over a grain bowl.
Bdot says
Your blog is excellent. I mean pure perfection.
Donna McLaughlin says
This is absolutely delicious! I have made it 3 times now. One time had it with rice then other times we had a gyro in Naan bread!
Thank you so much!!!
I didn't change one single thing!