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Chicken Shawarma Family Platter Recipe

Inspired by Oh My Grill

Time1h 10m

Serves4

Served with rice, potatoes, Greek salad, hummus, garlic and pita.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Shawarma

1 1/2 lbs Boneless chicken thighs

3 tbsp olive oil

4 tsp Garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp Ground cumin

2 tsp Ground coriander

2 tsp Ground paprika

1 tsp Ground turmeric

1 tsp Ground cinnamon

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

2 tbsp ReaLemon lemon juice

4 pieces Pita bread

Rice

2 cups Basmati rice

4 cups Water

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

Potatoes

4 cups Potatoes, diced

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp Watkins paprika

Greek Salad

1 medium Cucumber, diced

2 medium Tomatoes, diced

1/2 medium Red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cups Feta cheese, crumbled

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

Hummus

1 can Canned chickpeas, drained

1/2 cups Tahini

2 tsp Garlic cloves, minced

3 tbsp ReaLemon lemon juice

2 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt

3 tbsp Water

Garlic Sauce

1/2 cups Mayonnaise

2 tsp Garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp ReaLemon lemon juice

1/4 tsp Celtic sea salt

Method

Chicken Shawarma Preparation

1

Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Add chicken thighs, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

2

Cook the Chicken

Preheat the grill or oven. Cook marinated chicken for about 20-25 minutes until fully cooked. Slice thinly before serving.

Rice Preparation

3

Cook the Rice

In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add rice and salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Potato Preparation

4

Roast the Potatoes

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.

Greek Salad Preparation

5

Prepare the Greek Salad

In a bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss gently and set aside.

Hummus Preparation

6

Make the Hummus

In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and water until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Garlic Sauce Preparation

7

Make the Garlic Sauce

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.