Greek Chicken Gyros are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings a taste of Greece right to your kitchen. Using an air fryer, you can achieve that crispy, savory goodness without deep frying. This recipe features marinated chicken cooked to perfection and served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal!
About Time
- Prep Time 30 mins
- Cook Time 10-12 mins
- Total Time 40-50 mins
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts, if preferred)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Serving:
- Pita bread or flatbreads
- Sliced red onions
- Sliced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, coriander, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the chicken into strips or chunks and coat with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Arrange the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked and has a crispy exterior.
- Assemble the Gyros:
- Warm the pita or flatbreads in the air fryer for a couple of minutes if desired.
- Spread tzatziki sauce on the pita, then layer with cooked chicken, sliced onions, tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
- Top with additional tzatziki sauce if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve your Greek Chicken Gyros warm and enjoy!
Amount Per Serving
Calories: kcal
Serving: servings, Carbohydrates: 21.5 g, Protein: 22.5 g, Fat: 3.5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 69 mg, Sodium: 426.5 mg, Fiber: 1.5 g, Sugar: 1.5 g
