High-Protein Crispy Chicken Shawarma: Easy Lunch Idea with 50g+ Protein
This recipe accurately recreates the core profile of authentic chicken shawarma using accessible home methods. While high-protein claims are chemically sound for chicken thighs, some flavor additions like tomato paste are modern twists.
This recipe accurately recreates the core profile of authentic chicken shawarma using accessible home methods. While high-protein claims are chemically sound for chicken thighs, some flavor additions like tomato paste are modern twists.
🔥Hot Take:
- Expertly bypasses the need for a vertical rotisserie by using high-heat oven roasting followed by a pan-sear to achieve the signature Maillard reaction char.
- The 50g protein claim is easily achievable but relies on serving size; at approximately 25-30g of protein per 100g of cooked chicken, you'll need a hearty double-wrap portion.
🔥Hot Take:
- •Expertly bypasses the need for a vertical rotisserie by using high-heat oven roasting followed by a pan-sear to achieve the signature Maillard reaction char.
- •The 50g protein claim is easily achievable but relies on serving size; at approximately 25-30g of protein per 100g of cooked chicken, you'll need a hearty double-wrap portion.
Claim Breakdown
🎯 Truth Rating: A
📝 Why: According to the USDA, roasted chicken thighs contain roughly 24-26g of protein per 100g. A standard serving of two wraps containing 200g of chicken, plus the protein naturally found in pita bread (approx 5-6g) and yogurt, would easily exceed the 50g threshold.
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RecipeTin Eats: Chicken Shawarma Nutrition- Confirms approximately 33g of protein per 180g of chicken alone.
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USDA FoodData Central - Chicken Thigh Protein- Verified nutritional data for cooked boneless chicken thighs.
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