Description
Aromatic and flavorful Chicken Shawarma marinated with spices and served with creamy garlic sauce, wrapped in soft pita bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Pita bread and assorted vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden-brown and juices run clear.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve and Assemble: Slice the cooked chicken and serve in warm pita bread with garlic sauce and fresh vegetables.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing to ensure juiciness. Marinating overnight enhances flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg