Oven-Baked Halal Shawarma – No Stove Needed!

Standing in front of the stove this summer is going to be a real task. Most of us would want to avoid the unbearable heat. For this sake, we have brought our halal shawarma recipe. No stove, no hassle! We will tell you how you can make a flavour enriched shawarma using an easy marinade, Middle eastern flavours and an oven.

So note this halal chicken shawarma recipe now if you are planning to host a BBQ party, meal prepping, or a midday snack. 

Ingredients for Halal Shawarma

For the Chicken:

• 0.5 kg boneless, skinless halal chicken shawarma thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp shawarma spice mix
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp Greek yogurt (for extra tenderness)
• 0.5 tbsp salt

For the Wrap:

• Middle Eastern pita bread or large flatbread
• Shredded lettuce
• Sliced tomatoes and cucumbers
• Thinly sliced red onions
• Pickled turnips (optional but recommended!)
• Pickled gherkins/cucumbers (chopped into strips)

For the Garlic Tahini Sauce:

• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp tahini
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp water (to thin out if needed)

Instructions for making halal shawarma

1. Start with marination of chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, all the spices, and Greek yogurt. Let it sit for at least an hour (overnight is best for deep flavour).
2. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
3. Slice the cooked chicken into thin, juicy strips.
4. Mix all the garlic tahini sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
5. Assemble your shawarma by layering lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickles, and chicken inside your pita bread. Drizzle with the creamy garlic tahini sauce.
6. Wrap it up, take a bite, and enjoy!

This halal chicken shawarma is packed with rich, smoky flavours. This recipe is perfect for a no-fuss, summer-friendly meal. Try it today and thank us later!