Chicken Shawarma

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(73)

Awesome Lebanese sandwich served in most Lebanese restaurants. Can be served with Tahini sauce or Toum.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 50 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • ½ cup malt vinegar

  • ¼ cup plain yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground cardamom

  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs

  • ½ cup tahini

  • ¼ cup plain yogurt

  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 4 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup sliced onion

  • 4 cups shredded lettuce

  • 8 pita bread rounds

Directions

  1. In a glass baking dish, mix together the malt vinegar, 1/4 cup yogurt, vegetable oil, mixed spice, cardamom, salt and pepper. Place the chicken thighs into the mixture and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, mix together the tahini, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, taste, and adjust flavors if desired. Cover and refrigerate.

  3. Cover the chicken and bake in the marinade for 30 minutes, turning once. Uncover, and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from the dish, and cut into slices.

  4. Place sliced chicken, tomato, onion, and lettuce onto pita breads. Roll up, and top with the tahini sauce.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

402 Calories
15g Fat
44g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 402
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 420mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 44g 16%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 23g 47%
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Calcium 168mg 13%
Iron 4mg 23%
Potassium 554mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.