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Chicken gyro sandwich made with loaf pan chicken gyro meat, homemade flatbread, tzatziki sauce, pickled cucumbers, red onions, tomato, and avocado
Lindsay Lehrer

Loaf Pan Chicken Gyro

This loaf pan chicken gyro recipe is the easiest way to make flavorful, juicy gyro meat at home without a rotisserie or stovetop babysitting. The chicken marinates quickly, bakes hands-off in the oven, and slices beautifully for sandwiches, platters, or chicken gyro bowls. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 Chicken breasts Cut horizontally to make thin
  • ¼ cup Olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Minced garlic
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
  • ¼ cup Butter for baking
  • Avocado oil spray for the loaf pan

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Loaf pan
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, Greek yogurt, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
  2. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally so they are thinner and cook evenly. Add the chicken to the marinade and coat well. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or longer if time allows.
  3. Spray a loaf pan with avocado oil and transfer the marinated chicken into the pan, layering evenly. Pour any remaining marinade over the top and drizzle with melted butter.
  4. Bake at 425°F for approximately one hour, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F internal temperature. Let the chicken rest for several minutes, then slice thin.

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Notes

  • This loaf pan chicken gyro recipe is designed for home cooks who want authentic gyro flavor without special equipment like a rotisserie.
  • Marinating the chicken for longer than 15 minutes will deepen the flavor, but this recipe is intentionally structured to work well even on busy weeknights.
  • For best results, slice the chicken after resting to retain moisture and achieve thin, gyro-style pieces.
  • This recipe is ideal for chicken gyro bowls, chicken gyro platters, and meal prep, as the cooked chicken reheats well without drying out.
  • Leftover chicken gyro meat can be reheated in the air fryer to restore texture and lightly crisp the edges.
  • Flatbread, pickled vegetables, and sauces are intentionally separated into individual recipes to allow customization and cost control.