Delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce
Delicious Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering Middle Eastern delight that transforms any meal into an unforgettable feast. This dish features succulent, marinated chicken infused with fragrant spices, perfectly complemented by a creamy garlic sauce. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing quick meals for the week, this recipe checks all the boxes for flavor and convenience. Enjoy it wrapped in pita bread, served over rice, or tucked into fresh salads—the possibilities are endless. With its vibrant taste and easy preparation, this chicken shawarma becomes an instant family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
- Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove cooked chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- For the garlic sauce, mix tahini with leftover marinade or yogurt in a bowl; adjust with lemon juice as needed until smooth.
- Serve sliced chicken in pita bread or wraps with fresh vegetables and generous drizzles of garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg