Description
Easy Chicken Shawarma Tower Baked in the Oven is a delightful weeknight dinner that brings excitement to your table. This visually stunning dish features juicy, marinated chicken arranged in a tower, topped with fresh vegetables, and served warm over pita or rice. With its fragrant spices and customizable toppings, it’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a crowd-pleaser perfect for family meals or entertaining guests. Enjoy this easy-to-make shawarma tower that transforms dinner into a memorable occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp shawarma spice mix
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups lettuce, shredded
- 4 pita breads or 3 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, shawarma spice mix, garlic, and lemon juice. Add chicken thighs and coat thoroughly.
- Arrange chicken thighs upright on the baking sheet in a circular pattern to form your tower.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While chicken bakes, prepare toppings by chopping cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce.
- Once baked, slice chicken if desired and serve on warm pita or rice with toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg