A Bold, Spiced Classic at Sultan’s Market.
If you’ve ever walked past Sultan’s Market and caught the aroma of warm spices in the air, chances are you’ve smelled our chicken shawarma. Golden, fragrant, and slow-roasted, chicken shawarma is one of the most beloved Middle Eastern street foods in the world, and one of the dishes Sultan’s Market is best known for.
At Sultan’s, our chicken shawarma is marinated, fire-roasted on the spit, and prepared fresh daily to bring out deep, balanced flavor in every bite. No shortcuts. Just tradition, time, and carefully layered spices.
Sultan’s Market is proud to be a Chicago destination for authentic shawarma.
If you’re searching for the best chicken shawarma near you, Sultan’s Market brings together time-tested techniques and high-quality ingredients to create a shawarma experience that’s comforting, bold, and deeply satisfying.
hicken shawarma is a dish born of fire, spice, and patience. The word shawarma comes from the Turkish çevirme, meaning “turning,” referring to the method of stacking marinated meat on a vertical spit and slow-roasting it as it rotates.
This technique dates back to the Ottoman Empire and became a foundation of Middle Eastern street food culture.
Traditionally made with lamb, shawarma evolved over time, and chicken became a widely loved variation, lighter, quicker to roast, yet just as flavorful. Chicken shawarma is marinated in a bold blend of garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, lemon, cardamom, and allspice, creating the warm, aromatic flavor that defines every bite.
At Sultan’s Market, we honor this tradition by slow-roasting our chicken daily and slicing it fresh to order.
Chicken shawarma is incredibly versatile, and we serve it in several delicious ways:
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich:
Warm pita lined with creamy hummus and filled with tender spit-roasted chicken, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, and house garlic sauce or tahini.
Chicken Shawarma Dinner Plate:
Served with your choice of rice, creamy hummus, bright tabuli salad, and warm pita for a complete, satisfying meal.
Catering Trays:
Perfect for meetings, events, and gatherings, our chicken shawarma trays are prepared fresh and designed for sharing.
Our chicken shawarma is made fresh every day, slow-roasted, carefully seasoned, and rooted in the same family traditions that have shaped Sultan’s Market since 1995. It’s why locals come back, why first-time guests remember it, and why it remains one of the most ordered dishes across our Chicago locations.
Chicken shawarma is a classic Middle Eastern dish made by stacking seasoned chicken on a vertical rotisserie. The meat is slowly roasted, then shaved off into flavorful thin slices. It’s typically served in a pita or plate with fresh vegetables, sauces like tahini or garlic sauce, and often accompanied by rice or salad.
Yes, Sultan’s Market is a Halal-certified restaurant, and all meats, including the chicken shawarma, are Halal.
Yes. Chicken shawarma is a protein-rich option made with warm, heart-healthy spices. It can be enjoyed in a sandwich or as a lighter plate served with vegetables, hummus, and rice
Yes, at Sultan’s Market we prepare and cook our shawarma daily. The chicken is slow-roasted on a vertical rotisserie, ensuring tender, juicy meat with authentic Middle Eastern flavor.
No, the chicken shawarma itself does not contain dairy. Some sauces (like tahini or yogurt sauce) may contain dairy, so feel free to let our team know your preferences if you want dairy-free options.
The chicken itself is naturally gluten-free. Our shawarma sandwiches are served in wheat pita, but for a gluten-free option, guests can order a shawarma dinner plate and substitute the pita and tabouli. We offer gluten-friendly sides such as falafel and baba ghanoush.
Our chicken shawarma has a flavorful seasoning with Middle Eastern spices, but it’s generally mild to medium heat. You can request extra spices or sauces if you prefer bolder flavor.
It is served in two main ways:
Absolutely. Sultan’s Market offers chicken shawarma catering for events of all sizes, including office lunches, parties, weddings, and special gatherings across Chicago.
Nutritional values can vary slightly based on serving size and how you customize it, but here’s a general idea:
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich/Wrap: Approximately 25–30g of protein and 15–20g of fat
Shawarma Plate: Includes grilled chicken over rice/salad and provides about 30–40g of protein and 20–25g of fat
Single Serving of Shawarma Meat: Rich in protein, B vitamins, and iron
Note: Exact amounts vary based on portion size, toppings, and sauces.
