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Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Irresistible Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce Bliss

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce in this quick and family-friendly recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt Can substitute with non-dairy options
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • to taste Salt and pepper To enhance flavor
Creamy Garlic Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can use vegan mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Chopped parsley
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1 cup Vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, pickled onions)

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill Pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together plain Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined. Add the chicken and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grill pan if using.
  3. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill each side for 5-7 minutes until charred and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. For the creamy garlic sauce, whisk mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley until smooth. Adjust thickness with water if needed.
  5. Assemble the shawarma by laying sliced chicken over flatbread or in bowls. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce and add fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate overnight for best flavor. Serve with warm pita or salad for a complete meal.

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