Easy Oven-Roasted Chicken Gyros

Recipe View Gather all ingredients. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, kosher salt, paprika, black pepper, cumin, coriander, oregano, crushed red pepper, and cinnamon until thoroughly combined. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Pound the chicken thighs to an even 1/2-inch thickness. This ensures even cooking. Coat the chicken generously with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully meld. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cut the ends off the onion and halve it horizontally. Place the onion halves, cut-side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Insert one skewer vertically into each onion half, creating a stable base for the chicken. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Thread each piece of chicken onto the two skewers, forming a compact, stacked cone. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until the chicken is evenly browned and cooked through. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through to ensure even cooking. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C). (60 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful gyros. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Warm the pita breads. Slice the chicken thinly and arrange it in the warm pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and diced red onion. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade gyros! (5 minutes)