Chicken Shawarma with Garlic White Sauce: The Juicy Homemade Delight
Indulge in the savory flavors of homemade chicken shawarma, complemented by a rich garlic white sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 large pita breads
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
- Serve in pita bread with garlic white sauce and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Shawarma, Garlic White Sauce, Shawarma Recipe, Homemade Shawarma