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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Savory Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce You’ll Love

Transform simple ingredients into a flavorful Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce—easy and high-protein for any weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust based on garlic preference
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Optional
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Chicken Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs (or Breasts) Recommended for juiciness
Garlic Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with plain yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt Optional
Serving Ingredients
  • various Fresh Vegetables For serving, like lettuce and tomatoes
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread or Flatbreads

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne (if using), olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated into a smooth marinade.
  2. Add your chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade, ensuring that each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (if using), minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the sauce is creamy and smooth, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the marinated chicken and discard excess marinade. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until nicely charred and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
  6. Warm pita bread or flatbreads on the grill. Then layer the slices of chicken, fresh vegetables, and drizzle with garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow marinated chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to ensure tenderness. Customize your Shawarma with fresh herbs and pickled vegetables.

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