Description
This easy chicken shawarma recipe brings bold Middle Eastern flavor right to your kitchen, featuring tender spiced chicken wrapped in warm pita and topped with a rich, tangy garlic sauce — fast, flavorful, and totally satisfying!
Ingredients
For the chicken:
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1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon ground turmeric
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the garlic sauce:
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt or mayo
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Salt to taste
To serve:
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Warm pita or flatbread
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Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion
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Fresh parsley or lettuce
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine chicken with oil, lemon juice, and spices. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
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Cook chicken in a hot skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes).
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In a small bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and salt to make the garlic sauce.
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Warm the pita, then fill with chicken, veggies, and drizzle with garlic sauce.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
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Use Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce or mayo for extra richness.
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Add pickled onions or turnips for an authentic twist.
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Great for meal prep — store components separately and assemble when ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32 g