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Chicken Shawarma

Juicy marinated chicken roasted with Middle Eastern spices and served in warm pita with fresh vegetables and garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper optional
Garlic Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Whisk together olive oil, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and spices to make the marinade.
  2. Add chicken thighs and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  4. Place marinated chicken on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Allow chicken to rest briefly before slicing thinly.
  7. Mix garlic sauce ingredients until smooth.
  8. Serve chicken in pita with vegetables and garlic sauce.

Notes

For extra authenticity, add pickled cucumbers and tahini sauce to the wraps.