Description
Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a flavorful Middle Eastern delight that will elevate any meal. Juicy marinated chicken, grilled to perfection and paired with a rich, creamy garlic sauce, makes this dish irresistible. Serve it wrapped in warm pita bread, topped with fresh veggies for a satisfying and vibrant culinary experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this Chicken Shawarma will become your go-to recipe for impressing friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- Fresh veggies (tomatoes, cucumbers) for topping
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Preheat Grill/Oven: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 3. Cook the Chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the fridge and let it reach room temperature. Grill each side for about 6-7 minutes or bake until golden brown.
- 4. Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 5. Assemble Your Shawarma: Slice cooked chicken thinly against the grain. Spread creamy garlic sauce on warm pita bread and layer with sliced chicken and fresh veggies.
- 6. Enjoy: Wrap the shawarma tightly and savor each delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shawarma (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg