Delightful Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Gyros
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these Delightful Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Gyros. This quick and flavorful meal features marinated chicken thighs paired with vibrant bell peppers and red onion, all roasted to perfection on a single sheet pan. Perfect for serving in warm pita bread or over a fresh salad, this customizable recipe is not only delicious but also healthy, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus marination time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- Pita bread for serving
- Tzatziki sauce for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lined sheet pan, spread the sliced bell peppers and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place marinated chicken thighs on top of the vegetables and pour any remaining marinade over everything.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and vegetables are tender. Let rest before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (with pita bread)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg