Chicken Shawarma Recipe
Marinated chicken served with garlic sauce and pita.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Garlic Sauce
To Serve
Method
Marinate the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, yogurt, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
Cook the Chicken
- 3
Grill or Bake
Preheat your grill or oven to 200°C (400°F). If grilling, place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. If baking, place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
- 4
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt to taste until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Dish
- 6
Prepare Pita and Vegetables
Warm the pita bread slightly in a dry pan or microwave. Chop the fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 7
Serve
Slice the rested chicken into strips. Serve the chicken in the warm pita bread, topped with fresh vegetables and a generous drizzle of garlic sauce.
