Heart-Healthy Chicken Shawarma
Elevate your weeknight meals with this Heart-Healthy Chicken Shawarma, a flavorful twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. This recipe combines tender, marinated chicken breast with a fragrant blend of spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon—all infused with a tangy yogurt-lemon base for extra juiciness and lower fat content. Grilled to perfection, the chicken is served in wholesome whole grain wraps alongside crisp cucumber, ripe tomato, shredded lettuce, and vibrant red onion for a colorful, nutrient-packed feast. Fresh parsley adds a bright finish, making this dish as visually stunning as it is good for your heart. Ready in under an hour, this shawarma is a healthy, balanced choice that doesn’t skimp on bold, mouthwatering flavors! Perfect for health-conscious food lovers searching for a quick, satisfying chicken recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 pieces whole grain wraps
- 1 cup sliced cucumber
- 1 cup sliced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 0.5 cup sliced red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything until well combined to create the marinade.
Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips. Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place the chicken on the grill.
Cook the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is fully cooked and nicely charred.
Warm the whole grain wraps on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side until they are pliable.
Assemble your shawarma by placing grilled chicken strips on each warm wrap. Top with sliced cucumber, tomatoes, shredded lettuce, red onion, and fresh parsley.
Fold the wraps to enclose the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy your heart-healthy chicken shawarma!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 3432 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.3 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 177.8 g | 356% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 891 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 3306 mg | 70% | |
*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.
