Our Clean Eating Gyros
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Our Clean Eating Gyros, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. This recipe features tender, perfectly seasoned chicken marinated in a blend of aromatic oregano, cumin, and paprika, paired with a creamy, homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and grated cucumber. Nestle the flavorful filling into warm whole-grain pita bread and top it with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and zesty red onions for a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this clean eating dish combines balanced ingredients with bold taste, making it a perfect choice for a healthy lunch or dinner. Ideal for meal prep or weeknight cooking, these gyros are as satisfying as they are nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast
- 200 g plain Greek yogurt
- 1 small cucumber
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 cups romaine lettuce
- 4 pieces whole-grain pita bread
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
Instructions
1. Thinly slice the chicken breast into strips and place them in a bowl.
2. In a smaller bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, half the salt, and half the black pepper. Pour this marinade over the chicken, mix well, and let it sit for 15 minutes.
3. While the chicken marinates, prepare the tzatziki sauce. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the excess water. In a medium bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh dill. Add a pinch of salt and stir well. Refrigerate until serving.
4. Slice the red onion and tomatoes thinly and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
5. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
6. Warm the whole-grain pita bread on a dry skillet or in the oven for a few minutes to make them pliable.
7. Assemble the gyros by placing a layer of romaine lettuce, a few slices of tomato and onion, and a generous scoop of the cooked chicken onto each pita. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
8. Fold the pita around the filling, wrap in parchment paper or foil to hold everything together, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 5314 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.9 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 190.6 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 552 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 3235 mg | 69% | |
*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.
