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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce: A Flavorful Delight!

A flavorful Chicken Shawarma recipe served with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Pita bread or flatbreads for serving
  • Fresh vegetables lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, for garnish
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise for garlic sauce
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt for garlic sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (for garlic sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for garlic sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste for garlic sauce

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to create a marinade.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for better flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade.
  4. Grill or cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. While the chicken is resting, prepare the garlic sauce by combining mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.
  6. Slice the chicken into strips. Serve in pita bread or flatbreads with fresh vegetables and drizzle with garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper or serve with hot sauce.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option, adjusting cooking time as needed.

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