Description
Chicken Shawarma is a vibrant and flavorful Middle Eastern dish that brings the essence of street food right to your dining table. This recipe features succulent, marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and enveloped in warm pita bread. Each bite offers an explosion of spices paired with crisp vegetables and a creamy drizzle of tahini sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, Chicken Shawarma is not only quick and easy to prepare but also highly customizable, allowing you to adjust flavors and toppings based on your preferences. Whether enjoyed spicy or mild, this delightful shawarma will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3–4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- Tahini sauce for drizzling
- Fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat chicken thighs in the marinade and refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Grill marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Allow chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Assemble shawarmas by placing sliced chicken in pita bread with vegetables and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg