Jul 14 2026

Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves4

chicken breast, garlic, lemon, vinegar, salt, pepper, turmeric, paprika, tomato paste, yogurt

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, black pepper, turmeric, paprika, and tomato paste. Mix well to create a marinade. Add the chicken breast to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade. Grill or pan-fry the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Sauce

    While the chicken is cooking, mix the yogurt with a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. This will be your sauce.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Once the chicken is cooked, allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips. Serve the sliced chicken with the yogurt sauce, and enjoy with pita bread or in a wrap, along with your choice of vegetables.

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