Description
A delightful mix of flavors, this chicken shawarma features tender, marinated chicken wrapped in pita with a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breast)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon ground paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Pita bread or flatbreads
- Fresh cucumber, thinly sliced
- Sliced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced red onion
- Pickles (optional)
Instructions
- Combine minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and ensure each piece is well-coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Prepare the garlic sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.
- Assemble the shawarma by taking a pita, layering with sliced chicken, fresh veggies, and garlic sauce. Roll it up and enjoy!
Notes
For a healthier alternative, substitute chicken with portobello mushrooms or tofu. Skip mayonnaise for a lighter garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg