Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Shawarma Chicken, perfect for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken thighs with olive oil and the spice mixture until evenly covered.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker. Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and mix it with the juices in the slow cooker.
- Serve warm with pita bread, rice, or in a salad, garnished with fresh herbs or yogurt if desired.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the spice mix.
- Serve with a side of tahini sauce or a yogurt-based sauce for added creaminess and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg