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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Savory Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce for Home Chefs

Experience the vibrant flavors of Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce, perfect for elevating your dinner gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin No direct substitution.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Eliminating it won’t affect flavor much.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Can be replaced with caraway.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Opt out for less sweetness.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with breasts.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayo Greek yogurt can be used.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is best.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended, then add the chicken thighs or breasts. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your grill or a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes with a drizzle of oil.
  3. Carefully place the marinated chicken on the hot grill or skillet. Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until golden-brown, then flip and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Prepare the garlic sauce by whisking together mayo, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest, slice it, and serve in pita bread or on its own, drizzled with garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is marinated adequately for deep flavor and avoid cutting chicken before cooking.

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