Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Inspired by Ramsi's Cafe On The World
Time2h
Serves4

Marinated chicken with garlic sauce.

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Ingredients

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Marinade

Garlic Sauce

To Serve

Method

Marinade Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

Garlic Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Garlic Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Adjust salt to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 4

    Cook the Chicken

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

  2. 5

    Rest and Slice

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice the chicken into strips.

Serving

  1. 6

    Assemble the Shawarma

    Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a skillet. Place sliced chicken inside the pita, then top with sliced cucumber, diced tomato, red onion, and chopped parsley.

  2. 7

    Add Garlic Sauce

    Drizzle the prepared garlic sauce over the ingredients in the pita.

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