Whole30 Chicken Gyros
These Whole30 Chicken Gyros are a fresh, flavorful, and guilt-free twist on the Mediterranean classic, perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or meal prep. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection after soaking up the robust flavors of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme. Instead of traditional pita bread, crisp romaine lettuce serves as the base, keeping this recipe gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30 compliant. The cool, creamy garlic-dill sauce—made with Whole30 mayo, coconut milk, and fresh herbs—takes these gyros to the next level. Layered with crisp veggies like cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes, these lettuce-wrapped gyros deliver all the satisfaction of a classic gyro without breaking your diet goals. Quick to prepare and full of bold flavors, this healthy recipe will become a staple in your rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 unit English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.5 unit red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 cup Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons coconut milk
- 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag, pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and ensure the chicken is well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for best results.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Remove grilled chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
While the chicken is resting, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine the Whole30 compliant mayonnaise, coconut milk, minced fresh garlic, chopped dill, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
To assemble the gyros, lay out the romaine lettuce leaves. Arrange sliced chicken, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on top.
Drizzle with the prepared sauce, then fold or wrap the lettuce leaf to encase the filling.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Chicken Gyros.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1889 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.3 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 3285 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 113.9 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2079 mg | 44% | |
*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.
