Cannabis-Infused Greek Chicken Gyro Plate (Made Easy)
Terpene Pairing & Strain Suggestions
Limonene – complements lemon and oregano
Caryophyllene – enhances garlic and grilled chicken
Myrcene – deepens savory richness
Choose strains with citrus-forward and herbal terpene profiles.
Step 1: Decarboxylation
Ingredients
3g cannabis flower
Method
- Preheat oven to 225°F (107°C)
- Break cannabis into small pieces
- Spread evenly on parchment-lined baking sheet
- Bake 35–40 minutes
- Allow cannabis to cool completely
Step 2: Cannabis-Infused Olive Oil
Ingredients
½ cup olive oil
Decarboxylated cannabis
Method
- Heat olive oil over very low heat in a saucepan.
- Add cannabis.
- Maintain 160–180°F.
- Infuse gently for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Strain through cheesecloth.
- Set infused oil aside.
Step 3: Greek Chicken Marinade
Ingredients
1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs
2 tbsp cannabis-infused olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 garlic cloves (minced)
2 tsp oregano
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Method
- Combine marinade ingredients in a bowl.
- Add chicken and mix thoroughly.
- Marinate 30–60 minutes.
- Heat skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
- Slice chicken into strips.
Step 4: Assemble Gyro Plate
Ingredients
4 warm pita breads
1 cup chopped tomato
1 cup sliced cucumber
½ cup shredded lettuce
½ cup red onion slices
½ cup tzatziki sauce
fresh dill
Method
- Add sliced chicken to warm pita or plate.
- Top with tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and onion.
- Spoon tzatziki over the chicken.
- Finish with fresh dill.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
• lemon roasted potatoes
• hummus
• olives
• feta cheese