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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Savory Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Made Easy

This Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce transforms your evening into a Mediterranean feast, ready in 90 minutes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin Essential for traditional shawarma.
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika Use smoked paprika for a smoky touch.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Parsley can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional for personal preference.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is best.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Preferred for juiciness.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Non-stick Pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill or pan over medium-high heat, adding oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden-brown and fully cooked.
  5. Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  7. Serve the sliced chicken with garlic sauce and toppings of choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor. Avoid slicing before cooking to keep it juicy.

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