Description
Chicken Shawarma is a mouthwatering Middle Eastern delight that features succulent, spiced chicken wrapped in warm pita bread. Each bite offers a burst of flavor from aromatic spices and fresh ingredients, making it an ideal dish for any occasion. This easy recipe allows you to recreate the magic of street food right in your kitchen, perfect for wraps or as part of a sharing platter that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp tahini (for sauce)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sauce)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat grill or oven: Set your grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven to broil at 500°F (260°C).
- Cook chicken: Grill or broil the chicken for about 6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
- Slice and serve: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Assemble wraps: Place sliced chicken in warm pita bread with toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Customize spices by adding extra garlic or fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on low heat in a skillet.