Paleo Homemade Chicken Shawarma
Elevate your mealtime with this Paleo Homemade Chicken Shawarma, a healthy twist on a Middle Eastern classic! This recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a fragrant blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and bold spices like cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Perfectly grilled to a smoky char, the chicken is served on crisp lettuce wraps and topped with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and parsley for a refreshing crunch. Paleo-friendly and gluten-free, this dish is quick to prepare and ideal for meal preppers or anyone seeking a wholesome yet satisfying option. Optional tahini drizzle adds a delightful creamy finish, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or even entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 leaves large lettuce leaves
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup tahini (optional)
Instructions
Cut the chicken thighs into thin strips and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Add the chicken to the bowl and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
Once heated, grill the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare your lettuce wraps by washing and drying the lettuce leaves, then arrange them on a serving platter.
Place the grilled chicken pieces onto each lettuce leaf.
Top the chicken with sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions. Sprinkle fresh parsley over each wrap.
Optionally drizzle with tahini for added flavor and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2397 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.6 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 850 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 3115 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 199.1 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 789 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 4435 mg | 94% | |
*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.
