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Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Enjoy a delectable Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce, a Middle Eastern delight that combines tender chicken and a rich garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • Oven
  • pan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Shawarma

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Prepare the Marinade: Combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Cook the Chicken: Grill, bake, or pan-sear the chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred.
  • Make the Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Assemble the Wraps: Layer cooked chicken on pita bread, add fresh veggies (optional), drizzle with garlic sauce, and fold tightly.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for richer flavors. Customize with toppings like pickled vegetables or hot sauce for a twist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 25gFiber: 2g
Keyword Chicken Shawarma, Creamy Garlic Sauce, easy dinner, Middle Eastern Chicken, Pita Wrap, Spiced Chicken
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