Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma (View Print Version)

Tender chicken roasted with colorful vegetables and aromatic shawarma spices for a tasty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 2 tsp ground cumin
06 - 2 tsp ground paprika
07 - 1.5 tsp ground coriander
08 - 1 tsp ground turmeric
09 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
10 - 1 tsp ground black pepper
11 - 1 tsp salt
12 - 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Vegetables

13 - 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
14 - 2 bell peppers (red or yellow), sliced
15 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
16 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

→ To Serve

17 - 4 pita breads or gluten-free flatbreads
18 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
19 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
20 - Lemon wedges

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper if using.
03 - Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Allow to marinate at least 10 minutes or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
04 - Arrange the marinated chicken, red onion, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan, drizzling any remaining marinade over the top.
05 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and golden and the vegetables are tender.
06 - Warm pita breads or flatbreads gently just before serving.
07 - Serve chicken and vegetables on the warmed bread, topped with yogurt, chopped parsley, and a squeeze of lemon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Use certified gluten free flatbreads for gluten free option
  • Substitute chicken breasts to reduce cooking time by 5 minutes
03 -
  • Marinate chicken overnight for a more intense flavor
  • Use fresh spices for best aroma and taste
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