Sugar-Free Homemade Chicken Shawarma
Discover the ultimate guilt-free delight with Sugar-Free Homemade Chicken Shawarma – a flavorful, nutrient-packed twist on a classic favorite. This healthy recipe features tender, oven-baked chicken thighs marinated in a fragrant blend of Mediterranean-inspired spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, ensuring every bite bursts with bold, aromatic goodness. Wrapped in wholesome whole wheat pita and topped with fresh, crisp vegetables and creamy Greek yogurt, this shawarma is a well-balanced meal that’s free of added sugars but loaded with flavor. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, satisfying family dinner, this easy recipe brings the authentic taste of traditional chicken shawarma straight to your kitchen. So skip the takeout and savor this protein-rich, heart-healthy masterpiece today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons Ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 150 grams Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 unit Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 unit Cucumber, sliced
- 1 unit Tomato, sliced
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 units Whole wheat pita bread
- 4 tablespoons Tahini sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are fully coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, turning once halfway through. Ensure chicken is cooked through and slightly charred at the edges.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the red onion, cucumber, and tomato. Chop the parsley.
Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in the oven for about 3 minutes.
To assemble the shawarma, take a pita bread, spread a tablespoon of the Greek yogurt inside, add sliced chicken, onions, cucumber, tomato, and sprinkle with parsley.
Optionally, drizzle with tahini sauce before wrapping the pita bread around the filling.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your sugar-free homemade chicken shawarma!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.7 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 694 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 4362 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.9 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.3 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 182.0 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 844 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 33.1 mg | 184% | |
| Potassium | 4778 mg | 102% | |
*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.
