High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros

summary

Craving a culinary delight that keeps your protein game strong? Look no further than High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros! This dish is not only tantalizingly tasty but also jam-packed with protein goodness. In a few easy steps, you’ll whip up a meal that keeps those muscles fueled and taste buds satisfied. Ready to dive in? Let’s do this!

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 2 pieces (about 1 lb or 450g)
• Whole wheat pita bread: 2 pieces
• Greek yogurt: 1 cup (240ml)
• Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic cloves, minced: 2
• Cucumber, diced: 1 medium-sized (about 150g)
• Tomatoes, diced: 2 medium-sized (about 300g)
• Red onion, finely sliced: 1 small (about 100g)
• Romaine lettuce, chopped: 2 cups (475ml)
• Fresh dill, chopped: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Black pepper: ½ teaspoon (2.5ml)
• Ground paprika: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon (5ml)

Time: Preparation – 20 minutes, Cooking – 15 minutes.

Serves: 2

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Protein: 38g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Dietary fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 5g
• Fat: 14g
• Sodium: 650mg

How to Prepare High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros

1. Begin by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, combine olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, paprika, and cumin. Mix thoroughly.
2. Add the chicken breast to the marinade. Ensure each piece is fully coated. Let it marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
3. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the yogurt sauce. Combine Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, diced cucumber, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed. Refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
5. Once heated, place the marinated chicken on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
6. While the chicken cooks, warm your pita bread either on the grill for 1-2 minutes each side or in a heated oven.
7. Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
8. To assemble your High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros, spread a generous amount of yogurt sauce on the pita.
9. Layer with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, sliced onions, and chopped lettuce.
10. Fold the pita bread over the fillings and your gyro is ready to devour!

Pro Tips for Your Chicken Gyros

1. Marinating the chicken overnight will enhance its flavors even more.
2. If you’re in a hurry, use pre-cooked chicken strips but remember to marinate them for at least 15 minutes.
3. To add an extra protein kick, sprinkle some feta cheese over your gyro.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair your High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros with a side of quinoa salad or fresh veggies.
• A chilled glass of sparkling water with a hint of lemon or cucumber can perfectly complement the richness of the gyros.
• If you’re keen on dips, a side of hummus or tzatziki can elevate your gyro experience.

Jump on the bandwagon and savor these scrumptious High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros. With every bite, you not only enjoy a burst of Mediterranean flavors but also fuel your body with the protein it craves. Whether it’s a post-workout meal or a weekend brunch, this gyro has got you covered. AH7 brings you closer to achieving your health goals, one delicious meal at a time. So, what are you waiting for? Get grilling and let the feast begin!

HIGH PROTEIN GRILLED CHICKEN GYROS

Craving a culinary delight that keeps your protein game strong? Look no further than High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros! This dish is not only tantalizingly tasty but also jam-packed with protein goodness. In a few easy steps, you’ll whip up a meal that keeps those muscles fueled and taste buds satisfied. Ready to dive in? Let’s do this!

5 from 4 votes

Print Share Email Tweet Pin

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

HIGH PROTEIN GRILLED CHICKEN GYROS

Amount per Serving

Calories

450

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

14

g

22

%

Sodium

 

650

mg

28

%

Carbohydrates

 

40

g

13

%

Fiber

 

5

g

21

%

Sugar

 

5

g

6

%

Protein

 

38

g

76

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 2 pieces about 1 lb or 450g
• Whole wheat pita bread: 2 pieces
• Greek yogurt: 1 cup 240ml
• Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons 30ml
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons 30ml
• Garlic cloves minced: 2
• Cucumber diced: 1 medium-sized (about 150g)
• Tomatoes diced: 2 medium-sized (about 300g)
• Red onion finely sliced: 1 small (about 100g)
• Romaine lettuce chopped: 2 cups (475ml)
• Fresh dill chopped: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon 5ml
• Black pepper: ½ teaspoon 2.5ml
• Ground paprika: 1 teaspoon 5ml
• Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon 5ml

Instructions

• Begin by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, combine olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, paprika, and cumin. Mix thoroughly.
• Add the chicken breast to the marinade. Ensure each piece is fully coated. Let it marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
• While the chicken is marinating, prepare the yogurt sauce. Combine Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, diced cucumber, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed. Refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
• Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
• Once heated, place the marinated chicken on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
• While the chicken cooks, warm your pita bread either on the grill for 1-2 minutes each side or in a heated oven.
• Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
• To assemble your High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros, spread a generous amount of yogurt sauce on the pita.
• Layer with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, sliced onions, and chopped lettuce.
• Fold the pita bread over the fillings and your gyro is ready to devour!

Notes

Marinating the chicken overnight will enhance its flavors even more.
If you’re in a hurry, use pre-cooked chicken strips but remember to marinate them for at least 15 minutes.
To add an extra protein kick, sprinkle some feta cheese over your gyro.

• Pair your High Protein Grilled Chicken Gyros with a side of quinoa salad or fresh veggies.
• A chilled glass of sparkling water with a hint of lemon or cucumber can perfectly complement the richness of the gyros.
• If you’re keen on dips, a side of hummus or tzatziki can elevate your gyro experience.