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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce: A Delicious Recipe!

A delicious Chicken Shawarma recipe served with a creamy garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded
  • 1 tomato diced
  • 1/2 cucumber sliced

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
  5. Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
  6. Warm the pita breads on the grill or in a skillet.
  7. Assemble the shawarma by placing sliced chicken, lettuce, tomato, and cucumber in the pita.
  8. Drizzle with garlic sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pita with fillingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
  • Serve with pickles or tahini sauce for added taste.

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