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Chicken Shawarma

Savory Chicken Shawarma: A Cozy Slow Cooker Delight

This Juicy Chicken Shawarma recipe offers effortless preparation and incredible flavor for a comforting dinner experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Swap with boneless skinless chicken breasts if desired.
For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin Ground
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika Smoked for added depth
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Ground
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Cooking Base
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or coconut oil.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Yogurt Greek yogurt is a good alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can substitute with apple cider vinegar or lime juice.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Juicy Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma
  1. Prepare the spice blend by combining minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Make the marinade by adding olive oil, plain yogurt, vinegar, and lemon juice to the spice mixture, stirring until smooth.
  3. Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated and letting it sit in the slow cooker for a few moments.
  4. Slow cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
  5. Shred the chicken inside the slow cooker using two forks, mixing with remaining juices for flavor.
  6. Serve the chicken in warmed pita with fresh veggies and a drizzle of yogurt sauce for a delightful meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For deeper flavors, let marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Adjust cooking times if using chicken breasts to avoid dryness.

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