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Skinny Chicken Shawarma Meatball in Pita with Yogurt-Veggie Sauce

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  • Prep 40 min
  • Total 40 min
  • Servings 8
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The sensational flavors of Middle Eastern shawarma will soon become family favorites after you try this quick, healthful recipe.
Updated May 2, 2022
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Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 lb ground chicken breast

For Serving

  • 1 cup plain fat-free yogurt
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce
  • 4 whole wheat pita (pocket) breads (6 inch), halved, toasted
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 375° F.
  • 2
    Line cookie sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. In large bowl, gently mix first 7 meatball ingredients, then add chicken. Shape into 16 (1 1/2-inch) balls. Place on cookie sheet.
  • 3
    Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until just cooked through. Set oven control to broil. Broil with tops of meatballs 4 to 6 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until browned. Remove from oven; cool slightly.
  • 4
    Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix yogurt, onion and salt. To serve, place 1/2 cup lettuce in each pita half, then top with 2 meatballs and 1/4 cup yogurt sauce. Top with diced tomatoes and cilantro.

Tips from the Betty Crocker Kitchens

  • tip 1
    Try topping with mango chutney, pomegranate molassas, pomegranate seeds or hummus for extra color and flavor.
  • tip 2
    To make into kabobs instead, soak 8 bamboo skewers in water 15 minutes, then divide chicken mixture into 8 pieces and form into flat log over end of each skewer. Continue as directed in recipe.

Nutrition

210 Calories, 5g Total Fat, 18g Protein, 24g Total Carbohydrate, 7g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
210
Calories from Fat
45
Total Fat
5g
7%
Saturated Fat
1g
5%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
35mg
12%
Sodium
430mg
18%
Potassium
380mg
11%
Total Carbohydrate
24g
8%
Dietary Fiber
3g
13%
Sugars
7g
Protein
18g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
10%
10%
Vitamin C
6%
6%
Calcium
10%
10%
Iron
10%
10%
Exchanges:
1 Starch; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1/2 Vegetable; 2 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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