Low Fat Lebanese Chicken Shawarma
Lighten up your favorite takeout with this irresistible Low Fat Lebanese Chicken Shawarma recipe! Featuring tender, marinated slices of boneless chicken breast infused with authentic Middle Eastern flavors like cumin, turmeric, and coriander, this healthier twist is both flavorful and guilt-free. Non-fat Greek yogurt keeps the marinade creamy yet low in calories, while fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness. Served in warm whole wheat pita bread and loaded with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers, this dish is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner, this shawarma is a delicious way to enjoy all the bold, smoky flavors of traditional Lebanese cuisine without the extra fat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 kg boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 120 ml non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 60 ml lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 4 whole wheat pita bread
- 2 tomato, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 8 lettuce leaves
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips for even cooking.
In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, and ground cinnamon.
Add salt and black pepper to the marinade and mix well.
Add the sliced chicken breasts into the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight if time permits.
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the marinated chicken strips for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in a dry skillet or in a warm oven.
Assemble the shawarma by spreading a layer of fresh parsley on each warmed pita, then top with chicken slices, tomato, cucumber, and lettuce.
Roll the pita tightly and secure with a toothpick or wrap in parchment paper for easy eating.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.7 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 855 mg | 285% | |
| Sodium | 4201 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 167.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 351.4 g | 703% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 4010 mg | 85% | |
*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.
