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Chicken Shawarma

Irresistible Chicken Shawarma You'll Crave Every Night

This Chicken Shawarma recipe offers a delicious blend of spices and a creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Juicy and tender.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Citrusy and nutty.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Regular or smoked.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a bowl, add spices and olive oil, mix well, cover, and marinate for 30 min to 24 hours.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) while chicken marinates.
  3. Cook Chicken: Arrange chicken thighs on a lined baking sheet, bake for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Prepare Garlic Sauce: Combine minced garlic with sour cream or mayonnaise in a bowl, mix well.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Let cooked chicken rest, slice, and serve with pita, veggies, and garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate longer and reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain texture.

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