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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Mouthwatering Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce at Home

Learn how to make delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Can substitute chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for marinating
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 4 Mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Grill Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, coriander, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Whisk until well blended, creating a vibrant and aromatic marinade.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring each piece is generously coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, though marinating for up to 8 hours will yield even more flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill pan or oven to medium-high heat, aiming for about 425°F if using the oven.
  4. Place marinated chicken thighs on the hot grill or in the oven. Grill for 5-6 minutes on each side, or roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for about 5 minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips.
  6. Prepare the creamy garlic sauce by combining plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  7. To serve, take warm pita or flatbread and layer in the sliced Chicken Shawarma. Drizzle the garlic sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate for 1 to 8 hours for maximum flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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