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Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce

Savory Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce for Flavor Lovers

Delight your palate with Chicken Shawarma featuring a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for gatherings and flavorful meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Alternatively use chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup Yogurt Plain Greek yogurt preferred.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Provides warmth, no direct substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • a pinch Salt Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Chicken Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add chicken thighs and coat them fully in the marinade. Cover and set aside for at least 20 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
  4. Cook marinated chicken on the grill for about 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Arrange sliced Chicken Shawarma on a platter with fresh vegetables and garlic sauce. Serve with pita bread for wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight. Adjust garlic sauce ingredients to taste for creaminess and tanginess.

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