Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this Delicious and Juicy Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Recipe. Perfectly marinated chicken thighs are grilled or roasted to juicy perfection, offering a delightful burst of spices that will transport your taste buds. Paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, this dish is not only versatile—ideal for wraps, rice bowls, or salads—but also simple enough for any home cook. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that brings the authentic taste of shawarma right into your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, cumin, paprika, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 8 hours).
- Preheat grill pan or oven to medium-high heat. Grill or roast chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- For the garlic sauce, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
- Serve sliced chicken in pita wraps or over rice bowls topped with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg