Trader Joes Hacked Up Shawarma Sheet Pan Dinner

• •1 package Trader Joe's Shawarma Chicken Thighs
• •1 bag Frozen Bell Pepper and Onion Mix
• •1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• •1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
• •1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• •1 cup, or to taste Garlic Spread (Touma/Toum style)
• •2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped (optional)
• •4 Lemon Wedges (optional)
• •4 pieces Warm Pita Bread (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2. 2

   Remove chicken thighs from packaging. If they are particularly large, you may cut them into 2-3 pieces each to ensure even cooking and easier serving, or leave whole. Arrange them in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, toss the frozen bell pepper and onion mix with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until well coated. Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the other side of the baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping too much to allow for proper roasting.

4. 4

   Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken thighs are cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C) and the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly caramelized.

5. 5

   Once cooked, remove the sheet pan from the oven. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

6. 6

   To serve, divide the shawarma chicken and roasted vegetables among 4 plates. Crucially, add a generous dollop of garlic spread (Touma) to each serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges and warm pita bread, if desired.

Chef's Tips

• 💡**Don't Overcrowd:** For best results, ensure the chicken and vegetables are in a single layer and not too crowded. If necessary, use two baking sheets to avoid steaming instead of roasting.
• 💡**Garlic Spread is Key:** The recipe explicitly calls out the garlic spread as crucial. Don't skip it! Trader Joe's often carries a good one, or you can find Toum (garlic sauce) at most Middle Eastern markets.
• 💡**Customize Veggies:** Feel free to add other quick-cooking vegetables like cherry tomatoes (add halfway through cooking) or zucchini to the mix.
• 💡**Easy Cleanup:** Parchment paper is your best friend for a quick and easy post-dinner cleanup.
• 💡**Resting the Chicken:** Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking helps keep it juicy.