Oven Roasted Chicken Shawarma
Tender chicken thighs marinated in aromatic Middle Eastern spices and roasted until golden and slightly charred.

Total
55 min
Prep
20 min
Cook
35 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Ground cumin
- 2 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric
- 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes(optional)
- 1 tsp Salt and black pepper
- 1 large Large red onion, sliced
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and all the spices until well combined.
- 2
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated in the marinade.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, though overnight is preferred for maximum flavor penetration.
- 4
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a large rimmed baking sheet.
- 5
Spread the sliced onions across the baking sheet and place the marinated chicken on top in a single layer.
- 6
Roast for 30 to 35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the edges start to turn golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- 8
Serve warm with pita bread, tahini sauce, and fresh cucumber salad.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
385
19% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
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