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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Made Easy

A simple recipe for Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce, bringing Middle Eastern flavors to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs or chicken breast
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • 2 tsp Paprika or chili powder
  • 1 tsp Coriander
  • 1 tsp Turmeric or saffron
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder or fresh onions
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon optional
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne or red pepper flakes
  • to taste Salt use sea salt for a finer finish
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic or roasted garlic
  • 1/4 cup Ice Water optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • food processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, pepper, olive oil, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Mix well to create a smooth marinade paste.
  2. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized strips, ensuring even cooking. Coat the chicken strips thoroughly with the marinade, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a food processor, pulse garlic cloves with salt until finely minced. Gradually add lemon juice and olive oil while blending until smooth. Adjust the consistency with ice water if needed.
  4. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Spread the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing, ensuring that the juices redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

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