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Easy Flavor-Packed Chicken Shawarma Loaf

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A quick and easy chicken shawarma loaf recipe that combines bold Middle Eastern spices with tender chicken baked in a loaf pan. Perfect for busy nights and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, finely chopped or ground
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt (60 ml)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (60 g), panko recommended
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken and aromatics (10 minutes): Finely chop or pulse the chicken breasts in a food processor until the texture is coarse but uniform. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Mix the spice blend: In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend evenly.
  3. Create the mixture (5 minutes): In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken, onion, garlic, yogurt, breadcrumbs, olive oil, lemon juice, and the spice blend. Mix gently until just combined. Add chopped parsley if using.
  4. Shape and prepare the loaf (5 minutes): Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with olive oil or line with parchment paper. Transfer the chicken mixture to the pan and press evenly. Brush the top lightly with olive oil.
  5. Bake the loaf (45-50 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the top is golden brown. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Rest and slice (10 minutes): Remove from oven and let rest in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

If the mixture feels too loose, add an extra tablespoon of breadcrumbs. Use dairy-free coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version. Substitute almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free loaf. Let the loaf rest after baking to redistribute juices and prevent crumbling. Brushing olive oil on top helps develop a nice crust. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.

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