Description
This Chicken Shawarma Havarti Sandwich is a delicious, flavor-packed meal made with tender shawarma-spiced chicken, melty Havarti and gouda, and crisp toppings, all baked in naan for the ultimate sandwich experience.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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1/3 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts or thighs, sliced
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6 cloves garlic, chopped
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2 shallots, chopped
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric
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Chili flakes, to taste
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Salt, to taste
For the Sandwiches:
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4 pieces naan
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1/2 cup Caesar dressing, mayo, or garlic tahini (see notes)
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6 slices Havarti cheese
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6 slices gouda cheese
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1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
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1/2 cup sliced dill pickles and/or pepperoncini
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1/2 cup pickled red onions (optional)
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2 cups fresh sprouts or microgreens
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Olive oil, for brushing
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Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
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In a bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, chicken, garlic, shallots, smoked paprika, oregano, turmeric, chili flakes, and salt. Toss well to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes if time allows.
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
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Switch the oven to broil and broil for 1–2 minutes until the chicken is slightly charred on the edges.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
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Lay each naan flat on a baking sheet. Spread the dressing or tahini on one side of each naan.
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Layer on the sun-dried tomatoes, pickles, and pepperoncini.
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Add the cheese slices and cooked chicken on top. Repeat for each sandwich. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Finish & Serve:
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Remove from the oven. Add sprouts and pickled onions (if using) over the chicken. Drizzle with extra dressing or tahini.
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Fold the naan in half, gently pressing down. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Bake for 5 more minutes until the naan is golden and crispy.
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Remove from the oven, slice, and serve warm with extra dressing. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 714
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1020mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 115mg