Dairy-Free Chicken Gyro
Savor the bold Mediterranean flavors of this Dairy-Free Chicken Gyro, a delectable twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for anyone avoiding dairy. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a vibrant blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and an array of aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, then grilled to perfection. Wrapped in soft, warm pitas and topped with fresh cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley, this gyro is bursting with freshness and color. A creamy tahini-based sauce ties it all together, delivering richness without relying on dairy. Quick to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe is ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Perfectly suited for Mediterranean cuisine lovers searching for dairy-free and easy chicken recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 6 mini pitas or regular pitas
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 0.5 cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (for sauce)
- 1 garlic clove, minced (for sauce)
- 0.25 tsp salt (for sauce)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours.
Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
Remove chicken from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
While the chicken rests, prepare the tahini sauce by whisking together tahini, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
Warm the pitas on the grill for about 1 minute per side just to soften them.
Assemble the gyros by placing chicken strips, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley inside each pita.
Drizzle each gyro with the tahini sauce before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Dairy-Free Chicken Gyro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.3 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 385 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 4140 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.5 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 101.3 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5042 mg | 388% | |
| Iron | 21443.9 mg | 119133% | |
| Potassium | 2780 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
