High protein crispy chicken shawarma wraps
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I have tried so many shawarma recipes and this crispy chicken shawarma just hits the spot.
Juicy chicken, bold spices, and that crispy golden wrap situation. It just hits every time.
What I love most is how easy it is. You get over 50 grams of protein in one wrap, and it does not feel like “diet food” at all.
Nutrition (per wrap)
- Calories: 565
- Protein: 53g
- Carbs: 36g
- Fat: 22g
Ingredients you will need
Shawarma chicken
- 900g boneless skinless chicken thighs, fat trimmed
- 80g 0% Greek yoghurt
- Juice of half a lemon
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- Shawarma seasoning
Shawarma seasoning
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp all spice
- 1 tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp salt
Crispy shawarma coating
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt to taste
- Dried chilli flakes
Garlic sauce
- 120g 0% Greek yoghurt
- 30g light mayo
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder or minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Other
- 4 Lebanese wraps (60g each)
- Sliced pickles
How to make this crispy shawarma magic happen
Start by slicing your chicken thighs into strips. Add them to a bowl with Greek yoghurt, lemon juice, garlic, and all your shawarma spices. Mix everything really well so the chicken is fully coated. Let it marinate while you prep everything else.
Next, make your garlic sauce. Just mix all the ingredients in a bowl and set it aside. It gets even better as it sits.
Spread your marinated chicken on a baking tray and bake at 200°C for about 20 to 25 minutes. Toss halfway so it cooks evenly. Then switch to grill or broil for 3 to 5 minutes until you get that beautiful golden char.
While that is happening, mix your crispy coating ingredients.
Once the chicken is ready, assemble your wraps with garlic sauce, chicken, and pickles.
Roll them tightly, then pan toast with the coating until crispy all around.
How long it takes and how to serve it
This high protein crispy chicken shawarma takes about 35 minutes from start to finish, including cooking time. It is perfect for busy days when you still want something homemade.
Serve these wraps hot and crispy. I love pairing them with a simple salad or extra pickles on the side.
You can also slice them in halves for a more snack-style meal or serve with fries if you want something more indulgent.
Why you will love this recipe
- Packed with protein. Each wrap gives you around 53g
- Crispy and juicy. The texture is honestly perfect
- Easy to make. No complicated steps here
- Great for meal prep. Make ahead and reheat
- Budget friendly. Uses simple ingredients
- So flavorful. The spices really do the work
Tips, swaps, and fun variations
If you want even more flavor, let the chicken marinate for a few hours or overnight. It makes a big difference.
You can swap chicken thighs for chicken breast if you prefer something leaner. Just be careful not to overcook it.
No avocado oil? Use olive oil instead. It works just fine.
For variations, try adding shredded lettuce or tomatoes for freshness. You can also turn this into a shawarma bowl with rice instead of wraps. Or make it spicy by adding extra chilli flakes or hot sauce.
Storage and meal prep tips
These are best fresh, but they store really well too.
Let the wraps cool completely, then wrap them in foil and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
To reheat, microwave first to warm through, then air fry or pan toast to bring back that crispy texture. That step is key.
High protein crispy chicken shawarma
Ingredients
Method
- Slice chicken into strips and add to a bowl
- Mix with yoghurt, lemon juice, garlic, and seasoning
- Marinate while prepping other ingredients
- Bake at 200°C for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway
- Broil for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly charred
- Mix garlic sauce ingredients and set aside
- Combine crispy coating ingredients
- Assemble wraps with sauce, chicken, and pickles
- Roll tightly and pan toast with coating until crispy
- Serve hot
Notes
- Do not skip the broil step. It adds flavor and texture
- Let the chicken rest slightly before assembling
- You can use chicken breast if preferred
- Adjust spice level to your taste
- Do not overcrowd the baking tray
Nutrition (per wrap)
- Calories: 565
- Protein: 53g
- Carbs: 36g
- Fat: 22g
Give it a try
If you are craving something filling, flavorful, and high in protein, this recipe is such a good one to try.
It is simple, satisfying, and honestly a little addictive.
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