Chicken Shawarma Recipe with Juicy Grilled Chicken and Garlic Sauce
Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce features tender spiced chicken wrapped in warm flatbread with fresh vegetables and creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes plus marinating
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes plus marinating
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup plain full fat yogurt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 large garlic cloves for sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice for sauce
1/2 cup neutral oil
Salt to taste
6 pita breads or flatbreads
1 cup sliced tomatoes
1 cup sliced cucumbers
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
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In a bowl mix yogurt lemon juice garlic olive oil and spices.
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Coat chicken thoroughly and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
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Heat a skillet over medium high and cook chicken 5 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Rest chicken 5 minutes then slice thinly.
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Crush garlic with salt add lemon juice and slowly whisk in oil until thick and creamy.
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Warm pita bread spread garlic sauce add sliced chicken and vegetables then wrap and serve.
Notes
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking. Adjust garlic sauce thickness with small amounts of water if needed.