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Chicken Gyros Smash Tacos Recipe

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Chicken Gyros Smash Tacos bring together flavorful seasoned chicken mince, crispy fries, and fresh Mediterranean toppings all wrapped in soft mini tortillas. This quick and easy recipe combines vibrant spices like thyme, cumin, marjoram, and garlic salt with refreshing cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce to create a delicious fusion of Greek-inspired gyros and Mexican tacos perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Fresh Herbs & Vegetables

  • ¼ cup fresh coriander (15g), chopped
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes (75g), chopped
  • ½ cup cucumber (75g), chopped
  • 1 red onion, diced
  • ½ lemon, juiced

Protein

  • 500 g chicken mince

Carbohydrates

  • 1–2 potatoes or 100–150g ready-made fries
  • 8 mini tortillas

Dairy & Sauces

  • ½ cup tzatziki (120g)

Oils

  • 1 teaspoon cooking oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fries: If using fresh potatoes, peel and slice 1-2 potatoes into thin, even slices, then cut each slice into skinny fries. Soak them in cold ice water for a few minutes to remove excess starch. After soaking, pat dry with a kitchen towel and toss with a teaspoon of cooking oil, salt, and paprika.
  2. Cook the fries: Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (about 400°F). Spread the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden.
  3. Mix the chicken mince: In a large mixing bowl, combine 500g chicken mince with 1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon marjoram, juice of half a lemon, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until spices are evenly distributed.
  4. Add fresh coriander: Stir in ¼ cup chopped fresh coriander into the chicken mixture and combine well.
  5. Assemble the tacos: Lay out 8 mini tortillas and spoon about 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto each. Press down firmly to evenly spread the mixture across the surface.
  6. Cook the chicken on tortillas: Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add 1 teaspoon cooking oil. Place one or two tortillas chicken-side down depending on pan size. Cook about 3 minutes until the chicken turns golden and slightly crispy. Lower heat to medium-low and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Flip and finish cooking: Flip tortillas over and cook another minute to ensure chicken is fully cooked through. Add more oil if needed for subsequent tortillas.
  8. Add toppings: Remove tortillas from pan and spread a generous layer of ½ cup tzatziki on each. Add a few crispy fries or potato slices, then top with chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion.
  9. Garnish and serve: Drizzle with more tzatziki and sprinkle fresh coriander leaves on top before serving.

Notes

  • Soaking fries in cold water helps remove excess starch for crispier texture.
  • If you prefer, use ready-made fries to save time.
  • Use fresh mini tortillas for best results, warming them slightly before cooking helps pliability.
  • Adjust seasoning in chicken mix to your taste.
  • This recipe can be served with additional lemon wedges for extra brightness.

Keywords: Chicken gyros, smash tacos, air fryer fries, Mediterranean tacos, mini tortillas, tzatziki, chicken mince recipe

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