Description
A flavorful Chicken Shawarma recipe served with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pita bread or flatbreads, for serving
- Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce) for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
- Grill or cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is nicely browned.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the garlic sauce by whisking together yogurt, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and salt in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- Serve the sliced chicken in pita bread or flatbreads, topped with fresh vegetables and drizzled with garlic sauce.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce to the wraps.
- You can also substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- Serve with a side of tabbouleh or a simple salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg