Heart-Healthy Chicken Doner Kebab

Indulge in a guilt-free spin on a classic favorite with this Heart-Healthy Chicken Doner Kebab recipe. Tender strips of skinless chicken breast are marinated in a flavorful blend of low-fat yogurt, olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, then grilled to perfection for that signature charred finish. Served on soft whole wheat pita and topped with fresh, crisp veggies—shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy red onions—this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. With only 20 minutes of prep time and packed with protein, this recipe is perfect for wholesome weeknight dinners or healthy meal prep. Savor the authentic flavors of a chicken kebab while supporting your heart-healthy lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Skinless, boneless chicken breast
• 100 grams Plain low-fat yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
• 4 Whole wheat pita
• 100 grams Shredded lettuce
• 100 grams Sliced tomatoes
• 100 grams Sliced cucumbers
• 1 Red onion, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts thinly into strips, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper, salt, and parsley. Mix well to create a marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Thread the marinated chicken strips onto skewers, allowing any excess marinade to drip off.

Step 6

Grill the chicken skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and charred slightly on the edges.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the skewers and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 8

Warm the whole wheat pita bread in a dry skillet or in an oven wrapped in foil to make them pliable.

Step 9

Assemble the kebabs by placing a portion of chicken onto each pita. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.

Step 10

Serve immediately for a delicious heart-healthy meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1243.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1957.2

Total Fat 57.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 430.7mg	0%
Sodium 4280.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 190.6g	0%

Vitamin D 56.8IU	0%
Calcium 713.4mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 2377.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.2%

Protein: 38.4%

Carbs: 35.4%