Sizzling Air Fryer Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma

This Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma delivers authentic Middle Eastern flavours with its aromatic blend of spices and crispy exterior, all achieved without a traditional vertical rotisserie. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, it transforms simple chicken into restaurant-quality shawarma that's ready in a fraction of the time. For the most flavoursome results, marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the spices to fully penetrate the meat.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Cooking Method: Air Fryer, Ninja Speedi

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Courses: Dinner

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 200 C

Servings: 4

Ingredients

900 g Chicken Thighs (skinless and boneless)
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp White Pepper
2 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce
1 tsp Ground Cumin
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Tomato Puree
2 tbsp Avocado Pil
1/2 Onion (large)
100 ml Water

Instructions

Bottom of the pot:

1
Add water to the bottom of the pot.

Crisping tray:

2
Mix all dry spices in a bowl.
3
Add tomato puree, soy sauce, and avocado oil to the spice mix and combine well.
4
Coat chicken thighs thoroughly with the spice mixture.
5
Cut the onion in half and place flat on a chopping board.
6
Thread skewers through each end of the onion.
7
Stack chicken pieces onto the skewer, with the onion at the bottom.
8
Place the shawarma skewer in the crisping tray.
9
Cook at 200°C for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through.
10
Check internal temperature reaches 75°C before serving.
11
Let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 528.18kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.41g60%
Saturated Fat 10.33g52%
Trans Fat 0.19g
Cholesterol 220.5mg74%
Sodium 652.4mg28%
Potassium 589.51mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 5.93g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.99g8%
Sugars 0.96g
Protein 38.33g77%

Vitamin A 81.34 IU
Vitamin C 2.02 mg
Calcium 47.14 mg
Iron 2.61 mg
Vitamin D 0.22 IU
Vitamin E 1.01 IU
Vitamin K 9.75 mcg
Thiamin 0.19 mg
Riboflavin 0.36 mg
Niacin 10.77 mg
Vitamin B6 0.86 mg
Folate 16.22 mcg
Vitamin B12 1.39 mcg
Phosphorus 380.65 mg
Magnesium 54.63 mg
Zinc 3.14 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Nick Jolliffe

Home Cook, Foodie, and Recipe Tinkerer

Nick Jolliffe is a self-proclaimed food enthusiast who loves nothing more than experimenting with new flavours and ingredients at home. With a passion for cooking that borders on obsession, Nick is always on the lookout for inspiration to create delicious, mouth-watering dishes to share with friends and family. When he's not busy scouring cookbooks or browsing food blogs, you can find him whipping up a storm in his kitchen, always eager to try out new recipes and techniques.