Whole30 Chicken Tikka Sandwich

Say hello to bold flavors and wholesome, grain-free delight with this Whole30 Chicken Tikka Sandwich recipe! Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish features tender, marinated chicken tikka, packed with aromatic spices like garam masala, turmeric, and cumin, grilled to juicy perfection. Instead of traditional bread, crisp romaine lettuce leaves serve as the "sandwich" base, making it both Whole30-compliant and gluten-free. Topped with fresh cucumber, zesty red onion, and a creamy avocado-cilantro dressing, each bite is a burst of vibrant, satisfying flavors. This easy-to-make recipe is a fantastic option for a healthy, low-carb meal that doesn't skimp on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 teaspoons Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 leaves Large romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 piece Cucumber, sliced
• 0.5 piece Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 piece Avocado
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

Step 1

Begin by making the chicken tikka marinade. In a large bowl, combine coconut milk, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, turmeric, garam masala, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a paste.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and add them to the marinade. Mix to coat the chicken pieces thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the marinated chicken pieces for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have nice char marks.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the avocado dressing. In a small bowl, mash the avocado and mix in lime juice, a pinch of salt, and chopped cilantro. Set aside.

Step 5

To assemble the lettuce wraps, lay out the romaine lettuce leaves on a serving platter.

Step 6

Distribute the grilled chicken evenly across the lettuce leaves. Top with slices of cucumber and red onion.

Step 7

Drizzle the avocado dressing over the top.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a light and refreshing Whole30 meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1349.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1546.0

Total Fat 95.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2674.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 123.8g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 313.6mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 3513.7mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 15.8%