Whole30 Chicken Gyro
Transform your mealtime with this light and refreshing Whole30 Chicken Gyro, a healthy twist on the classic Mediterranean dish! Juicy, marinated chicken breasts infused with bold flavors of garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, and lemon are grilled to perfection and served atop crisp lettuce leaves, replacing traditional pita bread for a gluten-free, Whole30-approved experience. Topped with a creamy, dairy-free coconut yogurt tzatziki sauce and fresh veggies like diced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, each bite is a symphony of vibrant and zesty flavors. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this quick and easy gyro recipe is ready in under 40 minutes and offers a satisfying, wholesome meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Keywords: Whole30 chicken gyro, healthy Mediterranean recipes, grilled chicken gyros, coconut yogurt tzatziki.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 large pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 medium cucumber, finely diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup coconut yogurt
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the Whole30-approved tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine the coconut yogurt, diced cucumber, fresh dill, dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and grill for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through and slightly charred.
Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Arrange the lettuce leaves on a serving plate. Fill each leaf with sliced grilled chicken, diced tomatoes, and red onion slices.
Drizzle a generous amount of the prepared tzatziki sauce over the chicken gyros and serve immediately.
Enjoy these Whole30 chicken gyros as a light and refreshing meal, perfect for lunch or dinner!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1790 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3085 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.5 g | ||
| Protein | 226.5 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 3336 mg | 71% | |
*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.
