Description
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, swap the yogurt in the tzatziki for a plant-based yogurt alternative.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 large garlic clove (crushed)
- Freshly ground sea salt and black pepper
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
- 200g (7 oz) strong white bread flour
- Large pinch of sea salt
- 100ml (5 1/2 tbsp) warm water
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 English cucumber (grated)
- 125g (4 1/2 oz) natural yogurt
- 1/4 tsp garlic granules
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh dill
- Sea salt to taste
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Large handful of shredded lettuce
- 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- Large handful of cherry tomatoes (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, oregano, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and mix well to coat. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor).
- Make the Flatbreads: In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sea salt. Add warm water and olive oil, then mix to form a dough. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Make the Tzatziki: Combine grated cucumber, yogurt, garlic granules, dill, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and stir until well combined.
- Assemble the Gyros: Warm the flatbreads. Place sliced chicken, a handful of lettuce, red onion, and cherry tomatoes in the center. Top with a generous spoonful of tzatziki. Serve immediately!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- To make this recipe dairy-free, swap the yogurt in the tzatziki for a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marination time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Mediterranean
- Method: Grilling, Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean