Description
Roast Chicken Shawarma Gyros are a mouthwatering fusion of Middle Eastern and Greek cuisines, featuring tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and a creamy tahini sauce. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, offering bold flavors that will impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare, these gyros provide a delightful culinary experience right in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 fresh pita breads
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Water as needed for consistency
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place marinated chicken on the baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred.
- While chicken bakes, mix tahini with lemon juice and enough water to achieve a drizzling consistency.
- Slice the baked chicken thinly. Fill each warm pita with chicken slices, fresh veggies (like tomatoes and cucumbers), and drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
- Plate your gyros or serve on a platter with extra lemon juice on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern/Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg