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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Recipe

Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Recipe You’ll Love

Enjoy a delightful Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce that transforms weeknight meals into something special.
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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: Middle Eastern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil substitute with grapeseed or avocado oil if needed
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin no direct substitution
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika consider using smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric can be omitted if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander parsley can be a milder substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon a pinch of nutmeg works beautifully
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic garlic powder can be used in a pinch
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice lime juice makes a suitable substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt opt for kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked for the best results
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs ensure juiciness
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt offers a lighter option

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Non-stick pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to form a marinade.
  2. Add chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill or non-stick pan over medium-high heat, lightly greased with olive oil.
  4. Place marinated chicken thighs onto the grill or pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt to prepare the garlic sauce.
  6. Slice the cooked chicken into strips and serve in warm pita or on a plate, drizzled with garlic sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow marinating chicken for at least 30 minutes but overnight for deeper flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking temperature.

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