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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Garlic Sauce
Pickles
To Serve
Method
Chicken Marinade Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and plain yogurt. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 2
Add Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
Cooking Chicken
- 3
- 4
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from heat and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
To Serve
- 6
Slice Chicken
Slice the rested chicken into thin strips.
- 7
Assemble the Shawarma
Place sliced chicken in pita bread, drizzle with garlic sauce, and top with pickles and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.