Chicken Shawarma Quick Healthy and Simple Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this *Chicken Shawarma Quick Healthy and Simple Sandwich* recipe, a flavorful twist on a Middle Eastern classic that's perfect for busy weeknights. Tender, marinated strips of chicken breast are infused with a zesty blend of Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and warm spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, then cooked to perfection in just minutes. Tucked into soft whole wheat pita bread and topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, fresh cucumber slices, and a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce, this sandwich is as wholesome as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed, low-effort meal is ideal for a healthy lunch or dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
- 1 medium Tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 small Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Tahini sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and coat them well with the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for 10 minutes (or longer if you have extra time).
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
Cook the marinated chicken strips in the skillet for about 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
Warm the pita bread in a dry pan or microwave for a few seconds to make it pliable.
Spread a spoonful of tahini sauce onto each pita bread.
Lay a few pieces of cooked chicken onto the sauce, followed by shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, and cucumber.
Fold the pita over the filling to create a sandwich or wrap.
Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and healthy chicken shawarma sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.9 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 297 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2616 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 143.7 g | 287% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2389 mg | 51% | |
*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.
