Grilled Chicken Shawarma Plate

Grilled Chicken Shawarma Plate recipe videos

A Grilled Chicken Shawarma Plate is a popular Middle Eastern dish featuring thinly sliced, marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served over a bed of fluffy rice or flatbread. It's typically accompanied by a vibrant salad, pickles, and a generous drizzle of creamy garlic sauce or tahini. The dish originates from the Levant region, with roots in countries like Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This plate is a well-balanced meal, offering a substantial amount of lean protein from the chicken, healthy fats from the tahini or olive oil, and moderate carbohydrates from the rice or bread. A typical serving provides a good source of iron, B vitamins, and fiber, with a calorie range of approximately 500 to 700 calories, depending on portion sizes and sauces.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	580 kcal
Protein	42 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	1100 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	650 mg
Phosphorus	380 mg
Zinc	3.0 mg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg

Per 1 plate (approx. 450 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, shawarma is a beloved street food staple that has become a global culinary icon, often adapted with local flavors. Nutritionally, the traditional marinade of spices like turmeric, cumin, and garlic not only adds flavor but also contains compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.