Description
This Oven-Roasted Chicken Shawarma recipe will transport your taste buds to the streets of the Middle East with its flavorful spices and tender chicken. Perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this easy-to-make dish is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Shawarma:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Roast the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and arrange the chicken thighs in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips. Serve warm in pita bread with hummus, garlic sauce, or tahini, along with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce.
Notes
- For extra char, broil the chicken for 2–3 minutes after roasting.
- This recipe also works great with chicken breasts, though thighs stay juicier.
- Leftovers can be used in salads, bowls, or wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
