Delicious American Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Enjoy the flavors of the Middle East with this mouthwatering American twist on traditional Lebanese Chicken Shawarma. Marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tahini sauce wrapped in warm pita bread make this a perfect meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thinly
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 4 pita bread
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Pickles, for serving

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Add chicken slices and marinate for 30 minutes.
2. In a skillet, cook marinated chicken over medium heat until cooked through.
3. In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and tahini to make the sauce.
4. Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet.
5. Assemble the shawarma by layering chicken, onions, bell peppers, parsley, and sauce on the pita bread.
6. Wrap the shawarma tightly and serve with pickles on the side.

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