Description
This Loaf Pan Chicken Shawarma provides authentic Middle Eastern flavors using a simple loaf pan to mimic traditional shawarma cooking. The result is tender, juicy chicken with crisp edges, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs (1,360.78 g) chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
- 3 tbsp (42.61 g) olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cardamom
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, garlic powder, salt, cinnamon, turmeric, cardamom, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add chicken thighs to the bowl and massage the marinade into the meat, ensuring every piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it stand at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
- Layer the marinated chicken thighs in the loaf pan. Press down firmly on the stack.
- Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Use the parchment paper to lift the chicken out of the pan.
- Transfer to a cutting board and slice thinly across the grain. Broil sliced meat for extra crispiness if desired.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for more flavor.
- Slice chicken against the grain for tenderness.
- Broil for crispy edges.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 170
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 380
- Fat: 17
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 0