Keto Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Satisfy your cravings for Middle Eastern comfort food with this flavorful and low-carb Keto Chicken Shawarma Sandwich. Tender, marinated chicken thighs are infused with a rich blend of spices—cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cardamom—then baked to perfection for a slightly charred finish. Wrapped in a warm, keto-friendly flatbread, this sandwich is layered with fresh cucumber, cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and a creamy, tangy yogurt-tahini sauce. Ready in under an hour, this easy recipe is perfect for meal prep or a quick weekday dinner, offering an irresistible combination of bold flavors while staying true to your keto lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 100 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 low-carb flatbread
• 120 grams Greek yogurt (full-fat)
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for sauce)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin (for sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoon chili powder

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for more flavor.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

Place the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.

Step 5

While the chicken is baking, prepare the sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and cumin in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and then slice thinly.

Step 7

To assemble the sandwiches, warm the low-carb flatbreads briefly in the oven or microwave. Spread a layer of the yogurt-tahini sauce over the flatbread.

Step 8

Layer sliced chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley over the sauce.

Step 9

Drizzle a little more sauce on top, then fold or roll the flatbread tightly to enclose the fillings.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Keto Chicken Shawarma Sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1087.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2207.9

Total Fat 154.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 649mg	0%
Sodium 3457.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 162.5g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 1590.0mg	0%
Iron 5370.2mg	0%
Potassium 2202.4mg	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: 62.2%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 8.7%