Chicken Gyros
For the Chicken:
8-10 chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp paprika
Pinch of chili flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bread:
350 ml water
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp dry yeast
1/2 tsp salt
450-500 g all-purpose flour
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
250 g yogurt (preferably strained overnight through a cheesecloth)
A few fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1/3 cucumber, grated and excess liquid squeezed out
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
In a bowl, combine the yogurt, finely chopped mint, grated cucumber, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and refrigerate. (You can make this a day ahead to save time.)
Make the Bread Dough:
In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water along with the sugar. Allow it to stand for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Add the salt and gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms. Knead well for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Once risen, divide the dough into 6 equal balls. Let them rise again under a clean cloth for about 30 minutes.
Roll each ball out into a round shape about the size of a small plate and cook on a hot skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
Marinate the Chicken:
Cut the chicken thighs into large pieces. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, oregano, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well and coat the chicken with the marinade. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
If grilling, skewer the chicken with chunks of onion and bell peppers for added flavor. Grill over medium heat until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
Alternatively, you can bake the chicken and vegetables together in the oven at 200°C for 25-30 minutes, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 75°C.
Serve the grilled chicken in the freshly baked bread, topped with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. You can also serve it with roasted potatoes as a side dish.