Low Fat Arabic Chicken Shawarma
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this Low Fat Arabic Chicken Shawarma. This healthier take on the classic street food combines tender, marinated chicken breast, infused with a fragrant mix of cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon, grilled to perfection for a smoky char. Paired with fresh vegetables like cucumber, tomato, and red onion, and topped with creamy low-fat tahini sauce, all wrapped in warm whole wheat pita bread, this recipe is big on flavor yet light on calories. Ready in under 40 minutes, including prep and cook time, it's a quick and guilt-free meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prepping. Discover a delicious way to enjoy authentic Arabic flavors without compromising on health!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 120 ml Low-fat plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 units Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 large Tomato, sliced
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 80 ml Low-fat tahini sauce
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine low-fat plain yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, and salt.
Add the boneless, skinless chicken breast pieces to the marinade, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and lightly charred on the outside.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread on the grill or a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
To assemble the shawarma, place slices of grilled chicken on the pita bread followed by sliced tomato, cucumber, red onion, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Drizzle with low-fat tahini sauce and roll the pita tightly around the fillings.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat Arabic chicken shawarma!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 432 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 3603 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.2 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 186.2 g | 372% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 536 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 3233 mg | 69% | |
*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.
