Paleo Chicken Gyro
Savor the bold Mediterranean flavors in this Paleo Chicken Gyro recipe, a gluten-free and dairy-free twist on a classic favorite. Juicy, marinated chicken thighs are perfectly seared to achieve a flavorful char, then nestled in crisp lettuce leaves for a low-carb, grain-free alternative to traditional pita. Topped with vibrant red onion, ripe tomatoes, and a creamy homemade paleo tzatziki sauce made with coconut milk yogurt and fresh dill, this recipe is as refreshing as it is satisfying. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this healthy chicken gyro is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Enjoy all the zest and richness of gyro wraps while staying paleo-friendly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup cucumber, grated
- 1 cup coconut milk yogurt
- 1 tablespoon dill, chopped
- 0.5 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 8 large lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the paleo tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine grated cucumber, coconut milk yogurt, and chopped dill. Stir well and set aside in the fridge.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char.
Remove chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
To assemble the gyros, take a large lettuce leaf and layer it with slices of grilled chicken, red onion, diced tomato, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Fold the lettuce leaf to enclose the filling, and serve immediately. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 385 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2780 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 78.2 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1932 mg | 41% | |
*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.
