Calorie guide · Middle Eastern
Chicken shawarma wrapcalories and macros
One serving of Chicken shawarma wrap has about 660 kcal, with 39 g protein, 51 g carbohydrates and 33 g fat. That is roughly 24% of calories from protein, 31% from carbs and 45% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein39 g24%
- Carbs51 g31%
- Fat33 g45%
A chicken shawarma wrap is 150 g of boneless chicken thigh marinated in 10 g of olive oil, 20 g of yogurt and shawarma spices, cooked and rolled in an 80 g flatbread with 20 g of garlic sauce (toum), pickles, tomato, lettuce and onion. A serving is roughly 660 kcal with 39 g of protein and 51 g of carbohydrates: the flatbread supplies most of the carbohydrates, while the oil-based garlic sauce, marinade oil and chicken thigh provide most of the 33 g of fat.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~350 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | 660 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 11.1 g | 39 g | 24% |
| Carbs | 14.6 g | 51 g | 31% |
| Fat | 9.4 g | 33 g | 45% |
How many calories in 100 g of Chicken shawarma wrap?
A typical serving of Chicken shawarma wrap weighs about 350 g, so 100 g has about 189 kcal, 11.1 g protein, 14.6 g carbohydrates and 9.4 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 175 g | 330 | 19.5 g | 25.5 g | 16.5 g |
| 1 serving | 350 g | 660 | 39 g | 51 g | 33 g |
| 1½ servings | 525 g | 990 | 58.5 g | 76.5 g | 49.5 g |
| 2 servings | 700 g | 1320 | 78 g | 102 g | 66 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 189 | 11.1 g | 14.6 g | 9.4 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 377 | 22.3 g | 29.1 g | 18.9 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Chicken shawarma wrap
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Sugars | 5 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 4.8 g | 24% |
| Sodium | 1,490 mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 665 mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 9 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 55 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.9 µg | 38% |
Allergens in Chicken shawarma wrap
- Gluten
- Milk
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Chicken shawarma wrap fit?
A typical serving of Chicken shawarma wrap is not tagged as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, paleo or pescatarian. Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Chicken shawarma wrap?
For a 70 kg adult, the 660 kcal in one serving is about 154 minutes of comfortable walking or 112 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 154 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 112 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Spiced, yogurt-marinated chicken thigh wrapped in flatbread with garlic sauce, pickles, tomato and lettuce.
- 150g Chicken Thigh
- 80g Flatbread
- 20g Garlic Sauce (Toum)
- 10g Olive Oil, 20g Yogurt
- Pickles, Tomato, Lettuce, Onion
How to make it
- Mix 150 g boneless chicken thigh with 10 g olive oil, 20 g yogurt, crushed garlic, lemon juice, salt and shawarma spices such as cumin, paprika and cinnamon. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken in a hot pan or under the grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side until charred at the edges and cooked through with no pink inside.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
- Warm the 80 g flatbread and spread 20 g garlic sauce over it.
- Add the chicken with sliced pickles, tomato, lettuce and onion, roll it up tightly and serve.
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How to make it lighter
- Replace the garlic sauce with a garlic yogurt sauce; toum is mostly oil, while yogurt adds protein for far fewer calories.
- Use chicken breast instead of thigh and a thin lavash instead of thick pita bread.
- Order it as a plate with extra salad and no fries, or eat half the bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chicken shawarma wrap?
A typical serving of Chicken shawarma wrap has about 660 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Chicken shawarma wrap?
About 189 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 350 g with 660 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Chicken shawarma wrap high in protein?
Yes. With about 39 g of protein per serving (24% of its calories), Chicken shawarma wrap is a good protein source.
Can I eat Chicken shawarma wrap while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Chicken shawarma wrap?
Roughly 154 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 112 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Chicken shawarma wrap vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Chicken shawarma wrap contains meat or fish.
Is Chicken shawarma wrap gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Chicken shawarma wrap lighter?
Replace the garlic sauce with a garlic yogurt sauce; toum is mostly oil, while yogurt adds protein for far fewer calories. Use chicken breast instead of thigh and a thin lavash instead of thick pita bread. Order it as a plate with extra salad and no fries, or eat half the bread.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (350 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.