Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce: A Juicy Homemade Delight
Enjoy the succulent flavors of Chicken Shawarma paired with a creamy garlic sauce that elevates this dish to a new level. Perfect for any meal!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers)
- In a bowl, combine cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken thighs and coat well with the spice mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil and yogurt over the chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through.
- While the chicken is grilling, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, and remaining yogurt to create the garlic sauce.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve in pita bread with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of garlic sauce.
Notes
- Marinating overnight intensifies the flavors.
- Serve with pickles for extra tanginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita with filling
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Shawarma, Garlic Sauce, Homemade Recipe