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Gyros Smash Tacos

Savory Gyros Smash Tacos: Your New Quick Dinner Fix

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Enjoy a quick dinner with Gyros Smash Tacos, a delicious fusion of gyros and tacos.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or swap for ground turkey
  • 1 tbsp Lemon (zested and juiced) lime can be substituted
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste or use crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt or regular salt
  • 1 Large Egg no substitute recommended
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander or ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin or extra ground coriander
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground Turmeric can be omitted
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon omit if desired
  • 1/4 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper any variety can substitute
For Assembly
  • 6 pieces Flour Tortillas (6”) or Pitas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil or use olive oil
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Tomatoes any ripe tomato variety
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion or sweet onion
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Cucumber or use zucchini
  • 1 cup Tzatziki store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gyros Smash Tacos
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken with lemon zest, lemon juice, tomato paste, kosher salt, and spices.
  2. Mix until fully blended, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed.
  3. Form the chicken mixture into even patties, aiming for about ½-inch thickness.
  4. Prepare fries according to package instructions until golden brown.
  5. In a skillet, heat vegetable oil and cook chicken patties for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  6. Warm tortillas in the skillet or microwave until pliable.
  7. Assemble tacos with a fried chicken patty, fries, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion, topped with tzatziki.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep the chicken mixture up to 2 days in advance for convenience. Ensure your skillet is preheated for crispy tortillas.

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