Irresistible Chicken Shawarma Recipe
Experience the vibrant flavors of homemade chicken shawarma, where tender marinated chicken meets fresh vegetables and creamy sauce, all enveloped in warm pita bread. This easy-to-follow recipe will elevate your meal prep game, making it perfect for casual lunches or festive gatherings. Impress your friends with a delightful dish that balances savory, spicy, and tangy notes—every bite is a taste sensation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 pita breads or wraps
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let marinate for at least one hour (or overnight for best flavor).
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Rest and Slice: Remove from heat and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Make the Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and lemon juice in a separate bowl; add salt to taste.
- Assemble Shawarma: Layer sliced chicken in pita or wraps with diced tomatoes and cucumbers. Drizzle with sauce and sprinkle herbs before wrapping tightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shawarma (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg