Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A delicious and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of the Middle East right to your kitchen, featuring a flavorful marinade and creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic sauce (for drizzling)
- Pita bread or rice (as base)
- Fresh vegetables (optional, like cucumber, tomato, or lettuce)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken to the bowl, ensuring it’s thoroughly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the Cooking Surface: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Rest and Slice: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
- Serve: Place the sliced chicken in pita bread or over rice, drizzle with garlic sauce, and top with vegetables.
Notes
Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor. Always let the chicken rest after cooking to keep it juicy.