Description
Chicken Shawarma is a delightful Middle Eastern dish that combines tender, marinated chicken with a medley of aromatic spices, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a gourmet meal perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Each bite bursts with the rich flavors of cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, making it an irresistible choice for spice lovers. Serve it as a wrap filled with fresh vegetables and drizzle with creamy tahini sauce or garlic yogurt to enhance the experience. Whether enjoyed as a hearty bowl over rice or alongside a crisp salad, Chicken Shawarma is versatile and satisfying, promising to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4–5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup tahini paste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl or resealable bag, mix minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least one hour (overnight is best).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven to broil.
- Cook the chicken: Grill for about 6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), or broil for approximately 8 minutes per side.
- Rest and slice: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Assemble: Serve sliced chicken in warm pita bread with chopped vegetables and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg