Chicken Shawarmas

Health score
6%
Chicken Shawarmas
25 min.
4
471kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Shawarmas, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your kitchen! Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with deliciousness that will leave your taste buds dancing.

In just 25 minutes, you can create a meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. The tender, juicy chicken, seasoned with aromatic garam masala, is the star of this dish. Paired with creamy garlic mayonnaise and crunchy dill pickles, each bite is a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Wrapped in warm pita bread, these shawarmas are not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will have everyone at the table eager to dig in. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that includes a good balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this meal without any guilt.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Chicken Shawarma recipe is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, fire up the skillet, and get ready to savor a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  •  dill pickles 
  • 1.5 teaspoons garam masala 
  • clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  •  wholewheat pita breads 
  • large chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into bite-size pieces
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Stir together the garlic and mayonnaise in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the chicken in the hot butter until white on the outside.
  3. Sprinkle with garam masala, and continue cooking until lightly browned on the outside and no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes.
  4. Spread the pita rounds with the garlic mayonnaise. Divide the chicken among the pitas, and place a pickle spear into each. Fold and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories471kcal
Protein15.36%
Fat56.17%
Carbs28.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.25
Glycemic Load
29.21
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.823913004087%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470.92kcal
23.55%
Fat:29.13g
44.82%
Saturated Fat:7.34g
45.86%
Carbohydrates:33.23g
11.08%
Net Carbohydrates:31.19g
11.34%
Sugar:1g
1.11%
Cholesterol:62.97mg
20.99%
Sodium:1070.11mg
46.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.92g
35.84%
Vitamin K:57.18µg
54.45%
Vitamin B3:7.17mg
35.86%
Selenium:18.9µg
27%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
23.8%
Phosphorus:192.08mg
19.21%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.16%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.73%
Vitamin B5:1.12mg
11.2%
Potassium:359.34mg
10.27%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.2%
Calcium:91.36mg
9.14%
Magnesium:34.41mg
8.6%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.44%
Fiber:2.04g
8.15%
Copper:0.13mg
6.75%
Iron:1.22mg
6.75%
Vitamin A:329.1IU
6.58%
Zinc:0.93mg
6.18%
Folate:22.53µg
5.63%
Vitamin C:2.28mg
2.76%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.64%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.45%
Source:Allrecipes