Trader Joe’s Shawarma Chicken Thighs
Trader Joe’s Shawarma Chicken Thighs, are packed with flavor, and there are so many ways to customize them to your liking! My favorite way to enjoy them is in these chicken shawarma “bowls”, but I’ll give you 10 other ways to use these delicious chicken thighs, too!
When I tried these shawarma chicken thighs I KNEW I’d be buying them almost every week! I’m not typically a fan of pre-marinated meats — I have found them way too salty most times. But Trader Joe’s really hits the mark with their pre-marinated meats!
These shawarma chicken thighs are no exception! SOOOO flavorful, tender, juicy…you really couldn’t ask for more…
Well, except maybe a big dollop of the Trader Joe’s tzatziki sauce over the top!
I’ve found that my favorite way to cook these thighs is in the air fryer, but you can also cook them in the oven or in a pan. Better yet, fire up the grill and grill ’em up!
HOW TO COOK SHAWARMA CHICKEN THIGHS
These chicken thighs are super easy to cook! My favorite no-hassle way is in the air fryer–the outside gets nice and crisp and clean-up is a breeze!
- Air Fryer: Cook at 400°F for 18-20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Oven: Place chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake at 400°F for about 18-20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Skillet/Pan: Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook 3-5 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Grill: Heat grill to medium-high. Grill 7-10 minutes, flipping once. Again, make sure the internal temperature is at least 165°F.
10 WAYS TO USE TRADER JOE’S SHAWARMA CHICKEN THIGHS
1. Greek chicken bowls
See the recipe card below – this is my favorite way to enjoy these shawarma chicken thighs!
2. Chicken wraps
Same concept as a bowl, but swap out the rice for a tortilla or Greek flatbread/pita and wrap up your chicken, veggies, and tzatziki.
3. Jazz up any green salad
These chicken thighs are so flavorful, that they will jazz up almost any salad you’d like to add protein to!
4. Pizza
Yep, you can throw this chicken on pizza! It’s absolutely delish with bell peppers, black olives, and feta!
5. Pasta salad
Add flavor to a pasta salad like this one with these delicious chicken thighs!
6. Quesadillas
Fill tortillas with the shawarma chicken, cheese, and some chopped or sauteed bell peppers or onions.
7. Shawarma Nachos
Just follow this fajita nachos recipe but swap out the fajita chicken for the Trader Joe’s shawarma chicken! Maybe add a little feta cheese for the Mediterranean twist. Replace the sour cream with tzatziki sauce or any of your favorite nacho toppings!
8. Shawarma tacos
Pile the chicken on tortillas and top with your favorite taco toppings like sour cream and avocado.
9. Breakfast scramble
Chop up the chicken into small pieces and mix in with scrambled eggs, peppers, and onions.
10. Shawarma studded peppers
Stuff bell peppers with a mix of shawarma chicken, Trader Joe’s Mexican rice, vegetables, and cheese. Bake until the peppers are soft.
BONUS!
Use this diced shawarma chicken with Trader Joe’s Tikka Masalsa sauce for flavor that’s off the charts!
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
It varies, but I have always had 4-5 generous-sized thighs in each package that I have bought.
Absolutely! They are packaged up nice and tight, so they should be just fine in your freezer for 3-6 months.
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Trader Joe’s Shawarma Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 1 package Trader Joe's Shawarma Chicken Thighs about 4-5 thighs come in one package
- 2 packages of Trader Joe's frozen rice or 2-3 cups of cooked rice
- 1 12oz. container Trader Joe's Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- juice from one lemon
- salt/pepper
- red onion, diced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Place chicken thighs in your air fryer. Try not to overlap, if possible. Air fry at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, until thighs are cooked through (at least 165°F). When the chicken is done cooking, chop it into small pieces. You can also cook your chicken thighs in the oven, in a skillet, or on the grill! I just find the air fryer is super quick for busy weeknights.
- Prep Veggies & Rice: While the chicken is cooking, dice up your cucumber, tomatoes, and onion (if using). Squeeze on some lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. If you are using Trader Joe's frozen microwave rice, pop that in the microwave for 3 minutes.
- Assemble: Divide rice between 4 bowls/plates. Top with chicken, veggies, and a big dollop of tzatziki sauce!
Notes
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