Delicious Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Try this mouthwatering chicken shawarma recipe that brings the flavors of the Middle East to your home. Made with marinated chicken, warm spices, and a tangy yogurt sauce, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. With a total preparing time of 40 minutes, you can have a flavorful and healthy meal on the table in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 pita breads
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
• 1/4 cup sliced red onions
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
2. Add the chicken slices to the marinade and mix well to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
4. Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into thin strips.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to prepare the yogurt sauce.
6. Warm the pita breads in the oven or on a stovetop skillet.
7. To assemble the shawarma, place a spoonful of yogurt sauce on each warmed pita bread. Top with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced cucumbers, sliced red onions, and chopped parsley.
8. Fold the pita bread in half and enjoy your delicious homemade chicken shawarma!

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