Low Sodium Gyro Chicken

Satisfy your craving for Mediterranean flavors with this Low Sodium Gyro Chicken recipe—an irresistibly healthy twist on a classic favorite! Featuring tender, marinated boneless skinless chicken thighs infused with a vibrant blend of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic spices like cumin, oregano, and paprika, this dish is big on taste and light on sodium. Grilled to juicy perfection, the chicken is served on warm whole wheat pita bread and topped with fresh cucumber, tomato, red onion, and a sprinkle of dill for a refreshing crunch. Perfect for meal prep or a quick family dinner, this low-sodium gyro is a wholesome, flavorful option for anyone looking to enjoy guilt-free Mediterranean comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 Tomato, thinly sliced
• 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 Whole wheat pita bread
• 1 tbsp Fresh dill for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, paprika, black pepper, and ground coriander. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or a stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 4

Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drain off.

Step 5

Grill the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 7

While the chicken is resting, warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute per side.

Step 8

To assemble, lay slices of grilled chicken onto the warm pita bread, then top with cucumber, tomato, and red onion slices.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh dill and serve immediately, allowing guests to roll or fold their gyros as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1174.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1659.3

Total Fat 66.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 409.2mg	0%
Sodium 1495.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 119.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 452.3mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 2129.7mg	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: 34.9%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 37.2%