Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon oregano, dried
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Gyros:
- 4 pita bread
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
2. Season: Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well until everything is blended.
3. Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade. Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, but for the best flavor, marinate overnight.
4. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes. This helps in even cooking.
5. Arrange Chicken: Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
6. Cook Chicken: Cook the chicken for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through at around the 8-minute mark to ensure even cooking on both sides.
7. Check Doneness: The chicken should be golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Notes
Ensure you flip the chicken halfway to get a nice, even cook. This step is key to achieving that perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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