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Homemade Curry Chicken Gyro and Tahini Sweet Potatoes. recipe photo

Curry Chicken Gyro and Tahini Sweet Potatoes.

A vibrant fusion gyro with curry-spiced chicken, herby salad, tzatziki, and tahini-roasted sweet potatoes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs sliced
  • 2 tablespoons yellow curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 3 small sweet potatoes sliced
  • 4 pieces naan warm
  • 1-2 cups tzatziki sauce
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup mixed herbs dill, basil, parsley, cilantro, etc., chopped
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini or other pickled peppers
  • 1 shallot shallot thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes plus 1/4 cup oil from the jar
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • jar or small bowl for sauce
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and lightly oil a large rimmed baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl combine the sliced chicken with the yellow curry powder, smoked paprika, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder, a pinch of salt and black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of the extra virgin olive oil; toss to coat evenly.
  3. Spread the seasoned chicken on one side of the prepared sheet pan in a single layer.
  4. Toss the sliced sweet potatoes with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper, then arrange them on the other side of the same pan in a single layer.
  5. Bake for 15–20 minutes, then toss both chicken and sweet potatoes and bake another 5 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and both the chicken and potatoes have some crisp edges.
  6. To make the tahini sauce, combine the tahini, grated garlic, lemon juice, toasted sesame oil, 1/4 cup oil from the sun-dried tomato jar, and 1/4 cup water in a jar; whisk until smooth, adding additional water to reach desired drizzling consistency, and season with salt to taste.
  7. Make the salad by tossing the shredded lettuce, chopped mixed herbs, sliced pepperoncini, thinly sliced shallot, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes together in a bowl.
  8. Warm the naan, then layer each with tzatziki, a portion of the salad, and the curry chicken. Drizzle with tahini sauce and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds; serve sweet potatoes inside the naan or on the side.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
  • Adjust chipotle powder to control heat level.
  • Thin tahini with water or reserved oil to desired consistency.
  • Warm naan before assembling for best texture.
  • Serve tzatziki on the side for guests to add as desired.