Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Savor the Flavor: Irresistible Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce, a delightful dish that captures the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine. This recipe features succulent marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and wrapped in warm pita bread, all generously drizzled with a creamy garlic sauce. Ideal for everything from relaxed family meals to festive gatherings, this dish is not only comforting but also incredibly satisfying. With easy preparation steps and a versatile serving style, you can customize your shawarma with fresh vegetables and toppings. Enjoy a taste of tradition right from your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tahini
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
- In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, tahini, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.
- Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should be 165°F).
- Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Assemble shawarma by placing sliced chicken in pita or flatbread with fresh vegetables and creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Stovetop cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg