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Instant Pot Gyros

Instant Pot Gyros

A quick and flavorful Instant Pot gyros recipe that brings the taste of Greece to your kitchen with tender meat and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika recommended
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 4 pieces pita bread
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced for topping
  • 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced for topping
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add chicken thighs to the pot and sprinkle with oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
  • Pour 0.25 cup of water into the pot to deglaze the bottom, scraping any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
  • Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release.
  • Remove chicken and shred using two forks. Return to the pot and stir with the juices.
  • Warm pita bread and assemble gyros by adding shredded chicken, tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese as desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Instant Pot gyros!

Notes

You can substitute chicken with lamb or beef for a more traditional gyros flavor.