Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma

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Categories: Street Food & Dinner

This Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that brings the authentic taste of shawarma to your kitchen. Tender marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and creamy tahini sauce is a perfect meal for any occasion.

Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Pita bread or flatbread
  • Tahini sauce
  • Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, mix yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
  4. Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.
  5. Warm the pita bread or flatbread.
  6. Assemble the shawarma wraps by placing sliced chicken on the bread, topping with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and drizzling with tahini sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
  8. Enjoy your delicious Middle Eastern Chicken Shawarma!