Shawarma is a mouthwatering Middle Eastern dish featuring marinated and grilled chicken wrapped in soft pita bread.
Ingredients :
- 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to your spice preference)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Pita bread or flatbread
- Hummus
- Tahini sauce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced cucumbers
- Sliced onions
- Pickles
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Add the sliced chicken to the mixture, making sure it’s well-coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 1-2 hours, or preferably overnight, to let the flavors mix.
- Preheat your grill or a pan on medium-high heat. If using a pan, you may need to add a bit of oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the marinated chicken on the grill or in the pan for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and has a nice charred outside.
- While the chicken is cooking, warm the pita bread or flatbread.
- Once the chicken is done, take it off the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- To serve, spread a good amount of hummus on the warmed pita bread. Top with the grilled chicken, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, pickles, and chopped parsley. Drizzle some tahini sauce over the top.
- Fold the pita over the fillings to make a wrap, and your Chicken Shawarma is ready to enjoy!
Feel free to add your favorite veggies and sauces to make it your own. This recipe is great for lunch or dinner and is sure to be a hit with its delicious flavors. Enjoy!
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