Description
Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce is a delicious journey into the heart of Middle Eastern cuisine, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. This flavorful dish features tender, marinated chicken enhanced by warm spices and a rich garlic sauce that elevates every bite. With its versatility, you can enjoy it in pita wraps, over rice, or alongside fresh vegetables, making it suitable for everyone at the table. Quick to prepare, this recipe will impress your family and friends with its vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, spices, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips and coat well; marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- Preheat a non-stick pan or grill over medium-high heat and lightly oil.
- Cook marinated chicken strips for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Serve chicken in warm pita or over rice with a generous drizzle of garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of the recipe (about 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg