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A hand picking up a piece of chicken from a delicious Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma with tomatoes, onions, and a creamy dipping sauce.

Quick & Easy Chicken Shawarma Sheet Pan

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of chicken shawarma made easy on a single sheet pan. This recipe features tender marinated chicken and perfectly roasted vegetables, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Shawarma
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 2 bell peppers any color, cut into strips
  • 1 large red onion halved and sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
For Serving (Optional)
  • 4-6 pita breads or lavash, warmed
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped cucumbers
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Tahini sauce or Garlic sauce (Touma)

Equipment

  • Large Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Cut the chicken thighs into 1/2-inch wide strips. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper (if using), 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Prep Vegetables & Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a separate small bowl, toss the bell pepper strips and sliced red onion with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Roast the Shawarma
  1. Spread the marinated chicken evenly on one half of the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Arrange the seasoned bell peppers and red onion on the other half of the baking sheet, ensuring they are also in a single layer.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the chicken and vegetables halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly caramelized. For extra crispiness, you can broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Serve
  1. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Serve the chicken and vegetables immediately with warm pita bread, fresh chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Drizzle with Tahini sauce or garlic sauce, if desired.

Notes

For even faster prep, you can marinate the chicken the night before. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the chicken.