High Protein Homemade Chicken Shawarma
Elevate your weeknight meals with this High Protein Homemade Chicken Shawarma—a flavor-packed, nutritious twist on the beloved Middle Eastern classic. Marinated in a creamy blend of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a vibrant medley of warming spices like cumin, paprika, and turmeric, the chicken is baked to perfection with caramelized red onions for a tender yet slightly charred finish. Perfectly balanced with fresh cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread, this recipe packs a satisfying dose of protein without compromising on taste. Ready in just 40 minutes, this meal is ideal for meal prep or a quick, wholesome dinner you’ll crave again and again.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 2 tomato, sliced
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup tahini sauce
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the bowl with the marinade. Mix well to ensure the chicken is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Step 3
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 4
Spread the marinated chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Add the sliced red onions on top of the chicken.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
Step 6
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or in the oven for a few minutes.
Step 7
Assemble the shawarmas by placing some of the baked chicken and onions onto each pita bread.
Step 8
Top with slices of cucumber, tomato, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Step 9
Drizzle with tahini sauce.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your High Protein Chicken Shawarma!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1768.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2689.7 |
| Total Fat 97.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 596.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4069.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 184.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.9g | |
| Protein 280.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1064.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 32.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3120.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories