Delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce
Delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering Middle Eastern delight that’s perfect for any occasion. This flavorful dish features marinated chicken thighs infused with aromatic spices and served with a creamy garlic sauce that elevates every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat a grill or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165F).
- Let the chicken rest before slicing it into thin strips.
- For the garlic sauce, mix tahini with any leftover marinade or yogurt and add lemon juice to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve sliced chicken in warm pita or wraps with fresh vegetables and drizzle generously with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg