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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Recipe: Your New Favorite!

Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Recipe
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A delicious and flavorful Chicken Shawarma recipe served with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for any meal.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
  5. Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  6. Warm the pita breads on the grill for a minute.
  7. Assemble the shawarma by placing sliced chicken on the pita, topped with lettuce, tomato, and cucumber.
  8. Drizzle with garlic sauce before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
  • Serve with additional garlic sauce on the side.
  • Can be served with rice or salad for a complete meal.

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