Homemade Chicken Gyros

What Is A Gyro?

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED

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Step 1. Mix the marinade ingredients and the chicken in a ziplock bag. Let the bag marinate in the fridge for 6 hours, then add the chicken to skewers and grill them.

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Step 2. Next, gather some toppings (lettuce, red onion, tomato, etc.) and the chicken in order to build the gyros.

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Step 3. Finally, add your favorite toppings to the toasted pita bread along with the chicken and tzatziki sauce, and enjoy!

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