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Oven Roasted Chicken Shawarma

Crispy Oven Roasted Chicken Shawarma You'll Crave Again!

Experience the magic of savory, crispy oven roasted chicken shawarma, a gluten-free meal that brings Middle Eastern flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs skin-on for maximum juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Fresh) or garlic powder as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked or Sweet)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free version
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • a pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Mix olive oil with cumin, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub the mixture all over the chicken and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place a wire rack on top and lay the seasoned chicken skin-side up on the rack.
  3. Roast the chicken in the oven for 30-40 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. While the chicken is baking, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir until smooth and refrigerate.
  5. If the chicken skin isn't crispy enough, broil for 2-3 minutes until the skin crackles. Serve with the garlic yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Cooking the chicken on a wire rack allows for better air circulation and crispiness. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

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