Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebab
This Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebab delivers 50g protein and 497 calories per serving—one of the leanest high-protein dinner options in the app. Batch-preps 6 servings in under 30 minutes on the stovetop, making it efficient for weekly meal prep without excess calories. Built for lifters tracking macros who need high protein with moderate calories for fat loss.
Ingredients
- •Greek Yogurt (2%)(240g)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Cumin, Ground(10g)
- •Cardamom, Ground(8g)
- •Turmeric, Ground(10g)
- •Cinnamon, Ground(10g)
- •2½ teaspoons kosher salt
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(1361g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Minced Fresh Parsley, For Serving (Optional)
- •Tahini (sesame paste)(120g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Garlic
- •½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- 1Make the kebabs. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, cumin, cardamom, turmeric, cinnamon, and salt. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes or refrigerated for up to 2 hours.
- 2Preheat the grill on medium-high. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Tightly thread the meat onto 8 metal or soaked bamboo skewers, dividing evenly.
- 3Place the skewers on the grill and cook, turning often, turning one-quarter turn every 3-4 minutes until lightly charred all over, about 14-16 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
- 4Meanwhile, make the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, combine the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, ½ cup water, and salt until smooth.
- 5Arrange the skewers on a large platter and garnish with parsley, if using. Serve with the tahini sauce alongside.
Nutrition — Per Serving
497
calories
50g
protein
30g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 5.8g
- Sodium
- 182 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 3.7g
6 servings per batch · ~303g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebab have per serving?
Each serving delivers 50g of protein with 497 calories, offering strong protein density in a moderate-calorie package. The remaining macros are 30g fat and 11g carbs per serving.
How long does Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebab take to prep?
This is a quick prep stovetop recipe that yields 6 servings, allowing you to batch-prep a full week of dinners with efficient cooking time.
Is Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebab good for muscle gain?
At 50g protein and 497 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases with high protein intake and controlled calories for clean bulking. The fat content (30g) maintains hormonal function while the minimal carbs keep the meal lean.
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