Chicken Meatball Gyro
The Chicken Meatball Gyro is a delicious and nutritious school meal featuring Jones Dairy Farm Chicken Meatballs wrapped in a warm pita with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Designed for school food service, this flavorful handheld option offers a balanced blend of protein, whole grains, and vegetables to keep students satisfied. Recipe by Joe Urban.
Ingredients
| Amount / Quantity | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| 600 | |
| 100 | whole wheat pita bread (large, 6 1/2″ diameter) |
| 6 lbs. | shredded iceberg lettuce |
| 200 | tomatoes, sliced 1/4″ thick |
| 6 lbs., 4 oz. | red onions, sliced |
| 3 qt., 1/2 cup | Tzatziki sauce |
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Directions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees and kettle or braising pan to 350 degrees.
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Place meatballs on lined sheet pans. Place in oven and cook for 15-20 minutes. Product must reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees for 15 seconds.
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Transfer meatballs to 4″ half long steamtable pans, cover with plastic wrap, and hold in warming cabinet assembly.
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Place pitas in hot holding cabinet for 10-15 minutes to warm up.
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To assemble gyros: Place 1 oz. of Tzatziki Sauce on each pita, top with 6 chicken meatballs, top with 1 oz. each of lettuce, sliced tomato, and sliced onions. Wrap in foil or place in parchment bags for presentation and service.
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