Easy Oven Shawarma Chicken
A quick and delicious oven-baked shawarma chicken that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs trim excess fat
- 3 tbsp olive oil for marinating
- 2 tbsp shawarma spice mix store-bought or homemade
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground for best flavor
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed is best
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, shawarma spice mix, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Add chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes for best flavor.
- Transfer the marinated chicken to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked and nicely browned.
- Once done, remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
Notes
Serve with pita bread, pickles, and yogurt sauce for a delicious meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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