Description
Chicken Shawarma is a mouthwatering Middle Eastern dish that brings together perfectly marinated chicken and an array of spices to create a flavor explosion in every bite. Ideal for any occasion, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to whip up restaurant-quality shawarma right in your kitchen. The juicy chicken thighs are grilled to perfection, enveloped in warm pita bread, and accompanied by fresh vegetables and a creamy tahini sauce. Enjoy this versatile dish as a wrap, salad topping, or platter centerpiece; it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with garlic, cumin, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for at least one hour.
- Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F) or oven to 400°F.
- Grill or bake chicken until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F), about 6 minutes per side or 20-25 minutes in the oven.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Mix tahini and yogurt to create the sauce.
- Serve sliced chicken in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg