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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma: Your Easy Weeknight Wonder

Effortless Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma offers bold flavors and easy preparation, transforming your weeknight dinner into a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Mince fresh garlic for the best taste
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Can use ground coriander as a complementary flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander For a different taste, use curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Leave out if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon A pinch of nutmeg can substitute if not preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for clearer flavor profiles
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is recommended for optimal flavor
For Serving
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can substitute with shallots or yellow onion
  • 4 pieces Flatbreads
  • Garnishes Consider yogurt sauce, lettuce, or cucumbers

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice.
  2. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade, making sure each piece is evenly covered.
  3. Slice the red onion and spread it evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on top.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, carefully shred the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and mix with the onions.
  6. Scoop the tender chicken into warm flatbreads and top with fresh garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 15 minutes for enhanced flavor. Customize with various toppings to suit your taste.

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