Low Carb Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Elevate your sandwich game with this flavorful Low Carb Chicken Shawarma Sandwich—a mouthwatering twist on a Mediterranean classic! Perfectly spiced chicken thighs, marinated in a vibrant blend of cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon, are pan-seared to juicy perfection and wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce for a low-carb alternative to traditional pita. Fresh cucumber, tomato, and red onion add a refreshing crunch, while a creamy Greek yogurt and parsley sauce ties it all together. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this healthy shawarma recipe is ideal for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or a quick lunch loaded with bold flavors and satisfying textures.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tsp Ground cumin
• 2 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Turmeric
• 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Ground black pepper
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 8 large Romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 medium Cucumber, sliced thinly
• 1 medium Tomato, sliced
• 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into thin strips.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, pepper, garlic, and lemon juice. Add the chicken strips and mix until evenly coated. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator for more intense flavor.

Step 3

Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps by washing and patting dry the romaine leaves.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with chopped parsley.

Step 6

To assemble the sandwich, place a few slices of cucumber, tomato, and red onion onto each lettuce leaf. Top with the cooked chicken.

Step 7

Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Add hot sauce if desired.

Step 8

Roll the lettuce leaves to enclose the filling or fold them over and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1041.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1054.7

Total Fat 62.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 428.1mg	0%
Sodium 3218.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 90.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 335.7mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 2149.4mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 13.2%