Delicious and flavorful American twist on the traditional Arabic chicken shawarma sandwich.

This American Chicken Shawarma Sandwich is a mouthwatering blend of marinated chicken, veggies, and tahini sauce wrapped in warm pita bread. It's a satisfying and nutritious meal that will transport your taste buds to the streets of the Middle East.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup tahini sauce
• 4 pita bread rounds
• Lettuce, tomato, and cucumber for topping

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken slices to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
4. Warm the pita bread in the skillet or oven until soft and pliable.
5. Spread a generous amount of tahini sauce on each pita bread round.
6. Layer cooked chicken, red onion, bell pepper, lettuce, tomato, and cucumber on top of the tahini sauce.
7. Roll up the pita bread to form a sandwich and secure with toothpicks if needed.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

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