Description
This easy chicken shawarma recipe brings the flavors of the Middle East to your kitchen. Marinated in a blend of spices and yogurt, the chicken is grilled to perfection, served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup (60ml) plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread for serving
- Fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers) for serving
- Garlic sauce or tahini for drizzling
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- Serve the sliced chicken in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of garlic sauce or tahini.
Notes
- This recipe can also be made using chicken breasts if preferred.
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings, such as pickles or olives.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of sumac to the vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 100
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