Heart-Healthy Chicken Doner Kebab
Elevate your kebab night with this *Heart-Healthy Chicken Doner Kebab* recipe, a lighter twist on the beloved classic that's full of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender strips of skinless chicken breast are marinated in a fragrant blend of low-fat yogurt, smoky paprika, cumin, coriander, garlic, and parsley for an irresistibly zesty and spiced profile. Grilled to perfection for that signature char, the chicken is tucked into warm whole wheat pitas and topped with vibrant, nutrient-packed veggies like shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes (plus marinating time), offering a heart-smart alternative without sacrificing the bold taste you love. A satisfying and guilt-free option the whole family will enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Skinless, boneless chicken breast
- 100 grams Plain low-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 4 Whole wheat pita
- 100 grams Shredded lettuce
- 100 grams Sliced tomatoes
- 100 grams Sliced cucumbers
- 1 Red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts thinly into strips, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper, salt, and parsley. Mix well to create a marinade.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken strips onto skewers, allowing any excess marinade to drip off.
Grill the chicken skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and charred slightly on the edges.
Remove the chicken from the skewers and set aside to cool slightly.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in a dry skillet or in an oven wrapped in foil to make them pliable.
Assemble the kebabs by placing a portion of chicken onto each pita. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.
Serve immediately for a delicious heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.9 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 431 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 4280 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.1 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 190.6 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 713 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2377 mg | 51% | |
*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.
