Description
Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce is a flavorful dish that features tender, spiced chicken wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with a creamy garlic sauce. This delightful meal brings the vibrant tastes of the Middle East to your kitchen, making it perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings. With customizable toppings and a satisfying combination of textures, this shawarma is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomato, onion)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain yogurt or tahini
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate your chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
- 2. Cook your chicken: Preheat grill or pan over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 3. Create your sauce: In a bowl, mix yogurt (or tahini), lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Optionally add Dijon mustard or chopped herbs.
- 4. Slice your chicken: Let cooked chicken rest before slicing into thin strips to retain juices.
- 5. Assemble your shawarma: Warm pitas in a skillet. Layer sliced chicken with fresh vegetables and drizzle garlic sauce generously over the top.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shawarma wrap (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg