Keto Loaf Pan Chicken Shawarma provides the Middle Eastern taste. It doesn’t require any special method or ingredients. Make this dish with chicken, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and some other basic seasoning. These Ingredients are simply available in the markets or even in the pantry. It takes around one hour to prepare this dish, but it is worth preparing in terms of taste. We use this chicken in a variety of ways, like making sandwiches, roll-ups, or quesadillas. Serve this Keto Loaf Pan Chicken Shawarma with fresh cucumber & tomato salad, cauliflower rice, lettuce wraps, or garlic sauce. This dish stores well, so it’s ideal for meal planning purposes as well.
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STATS:
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Preparation time: Fifteen minutes
- Serving size: One cup cooked chicken
- Cooking time: 55 minutes
- Diet: Keto
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Total time: One hour, ten minutes
- Serving: 6 servings
- Course: Dinner
TOOLS:
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Loaf pan
- Knife
- Chopping board
- Aluminum foil
- Meat thermometer
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 lbs. chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 tsp. paprika
- 2 tsp. cumin
- One & ½ tsp. coriander
- One tsp. turmeric
- One tsp. cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- ½ tsp. cayenne pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN THIGHS:
- Chicken thighs are ideal for making this pan Shawarma. It is juicy and remains soft after baking. It also soaks up the marinade, which makes it more delicious.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil is used to coat the chicken thighs with the spices. It is good for a keto diet, as it adds healthy fat content to the dish. Oil also browns the chicken well.
GARLIC:
- Garlic provides a strong taste in the chicken. It is best to use fresh garlic for a strong taste and aroma, but the garlic powder also works, although it doesn’t provide the same taste.
SEASONING:
- We use seasonings like cumin, cayenne pepper, paprika powder, salt, and black pepper in the dish. It provides the earthy and smoky taste in the Shawarma. We have to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper as we like.
LEMON JUICE:
- It adds a tangy taste and richness to the dish. Its acidity helps to tenderize the chicken well.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Put all the lemon juice, spices, garlic & olive oil in a dish.
- Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly. Refrigerate, covered, for at least one hour.
- We set the oven at 400° F.
- Put the aluminum foil in the pan.
- Now we add chicken thighs to the pan & form a compact layer.
- Bake for 40 minutes loosely covered with foil.
- Now we remove the foil & bake for another fifteen minutes so the top part gets crispy & brown.
- Make sure the chicken’s inner temperature ranges from 165° F.
- When it gets done, wait for ten minutes, make the thin slices, and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
WRAPS & ROLLS:
- Lettuce Shawarma Wraps
- Keto Almond Flour Flatbread Wraps
BOWLS & WRAPS:
- Cauliflower Rice Shawarma Bowl
- Shawarma Salad Plate with Tahini
SIDES & PAIRINGS:
- Grilled Zucchini Ribbons
- Roasted Cauliflower Florets
SAUCES & DIPPING:
- Keto Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Creamy Tahini Dressing
MEAL PREP OPTIONS:
- Shawarma Lunch Boxes with Veggies
- Freezer-Friendly Shawarma Portions
TIPS:
- We immerse the chicken for the whole night for the best taste.
- Include the chicken in the pan & press strongly so we make neat slices.
- Broil the Shawarma for an extra 2-3 minutes to make it crisp.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Place the chicken in a covered dish & store it for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the chicken slices in portions in a bag & freeze for 2 months.
FAQs:
Can I make use of chicken breast?
- We can make this dish with chicken breast fillet, but it is less juicy, so it’s best to utilize chicken thighs.
Is it necessary to make this Shawarma in a loaf pan?
- It’s not necessary to make this Shawarma in a loaf pan, but it has a similar stacked Shawarma-like texture.
Can we make this Shawarma spicy?
- We can add cayenne pepper in a small amount, or as you like, to make it spicy.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 310 kcal
Net carbs: 1.5g
Total Carbs: 2g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 29g
Fat: 20g
Sodium: 470mg
Potassium: 410mg
Serving size: 1 cup cooked chicken
Serving: 6