Chicken Shawarma recipe served on a plate, by Aplos Simple Mediterranean
Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Inspired by Aplos Simple Mediterranean
Time2h 30m
Serves4

Marinated chicken with garlic sauce and pickled vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Marinated Chicken

Garlic Sauce

Pickled Vegetables

To Serve

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground turmeric, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Whisk until well combined.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Making Garlic Sauce

  1. 3

    Mix the Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until smooth and well combined.

  2. 4

    Refrigerate

    Cover the garlic sauce and refrigerate until ready to use.

Preparing Pickled Vegetables

  1. 5

    Combine Pickling Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the sugar and salt dissolve.

  2. 6

    Pickle the Vegetables

    Place the sliced cucumber, carrot, and red onion in a clean jar. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 7

    Grill or Cook the Chicken

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Assembling the Dish

  1. 8

    Assemble the Shawarma

    Slice the cooked chicken into strips. Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a skillet. Place a portion of chicken in the pita, top with garlic sauce, pickled vegetables, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Serve immediately while warm, and enjoy your homemade chicken shawarma!

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