High Protein Chicken Doner Kebab
Satisfy your cravings with this delicious and nutritious **High Protein Chicken Doner Kebab**, a lighter take on the classic takeaway favorite. Tender strips of marinated chicken breast are infused with the bold, aromatic flavors of cumin, coriander, and paprika, thanks to a zesty Greek yogurt marinade. Grilled to perfection for a smoky char, the protein-packed chicken is paired with crisp, fresh vegetables like cucumber, lettuce, and tomatoes, all wrapped in soft, whole wheat pita bread. A drizzle of creamy tahini sauce ties it all together, creating a wholesome and flavorful dish that's ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner or meal prep, this recipe is everything you love about a doner kebab, elevated with clean ingredients and packed with nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast
- 120 g Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 whole wheat pita bread
- 60 g tahini sauce
Instructions
Begin by preparing the marinade for the chicken. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, marinate overnight.
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and thread them onto skewers. Alternatively, you can cook them directly on the grill.
Grill the chicken pieces for approximately 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and lightly charred on the outside. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the vegetables by slicing the onion, cucumber, and tomato and washing the lettuce leaves.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread on the grill for a few seconds on each side, until soft and pliable.
To assemble the doner kebabs, place a few slices of grilled chicken onto each pita bread. Top with sliced onion, cucumber, tomato, and lettuce.
Drizzle with tahini sauce and wrap the pita around the filling. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.2 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 5106 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.0 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 181.0 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2829 mg | 60% | |
*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.
