Paleo Chicken Gyros
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these vibrant and healthy Paleo Chicken Gyros! This recipe transforms classic gyros into a refreshing, grain-free option by using crisp lettuce leaves as the wrap. Tender strips of marinated chicken, infused with the savory notes of oregano, cumin, and paprika, are cooked to perfection and paired with a creamy coconut yogurt and cucumber sauce. Topped with juicy tomatoes, crisp red onion, and fresh dill, each bite bursts with Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Perfect for those following paleo or gluten-free diets, these gyros are quick to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy days. Enjoy a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 8 lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup coconut yogurt
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and place them in a bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the chicken strips and mix well to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
While the chicken is marinating, peel and finely dice the cucumber. In a small bowl, combine diced cucumber, coconut yogurt, and chopped dill. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips.
Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are cooked through and slightly browned.
Prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and patting them dry.
To assemble the gyros, place a few slices of chicken on each lettuce leaf. Top with sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, and a dollop of the cucumber-yogurt sauce.
Fold the lettuce leaf like a wrap and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
Serve immediately and enjoy a healthy, paleo-friendly meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1249 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 2728 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 134.6 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2527 mg | 54% | |
*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.
