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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Irresistible Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce You'll Love

Delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce is a quick, flavorful recipe that brings Middle Eastern cuisine to your dinner table.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless Chicken Thighs Can substitute with boneless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Cumin Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika for extra depth
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Coriander
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread or Wraps Whole wheat or gluten-free options
  • 2 cups Fresh Vegetables E.g., tomatoes, cucumbers, onions
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1 cup Garlic Sauce Creamy complement to the shawarma

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • grill pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the boneless chicken thighs with cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, minced garlic, olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  3. Once the grill is hot, place the marinated chicken thighs onto it. Grill for approximately 16 minutes total, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
  4. While the chicken cooks, mix garlic sauce ingredients together. Combine minced garlic with yogurt or mayonnaise, and add salt and lemon juice to taste. Let the sauce sit to meld flavors.
  5. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice into thin strips and serve over pita bread or wraps with fresh vegetables and garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken overnight is recommended for deeper flavor. Adjust garlic levels in the sauce for personal preference.

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