Description
Chicken shawarma is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish that combines tender, spiced chicken with fresh vegetables and creamy sauces, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This homemade version captures the essence of street food while being easy to prepare for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. With a blend of aromatic spices and customizable toppings, every bite promises to be a delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 pita breads or flatbreads
- 1 cup fresh veggies (chopped tomatoes, lettuce, onions)
- ½ cup tahini sauce or garlic sauce
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate for at least one hour or overnight for best flavor.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 3. Rest and Slice: Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- 4. Prepare Your Wraps: Chop fresh vegetables while the chicken rests. Lay out pitas or flatbreads.
- 5. Assemble Your Shawarma: Layer sliced chicken and veggies onto each pita. Add your choice of sauce and roll tightly to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita wrap (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg