Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Name: Chicken Shawarma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless; 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons cumin; 2 tablespoons turmeric; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon sumac; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; pita bread or flatbread; arugula; feta cheese; halved cherry tomatoes; ranch tzatziki sauce (see my recipe)

Servings: persons

4 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons turmeric
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon sumac
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
pita bread or flatbread
arugula
feta cheese
halved cherry tomatoes
ranch tzatziki sauce (see my recipe)

1
Mix together dry spices in small bowl. Make sure they are thoroughly combined.
2
In a zip top plastic bag, add olive oil, then dry spices and mix together until combined. Add chicken thighs and marinate at least 4 hours and overnight if possible.
3
If cooking on the BBQ, put chicken on indirect heat for 30-45 minutes, turning halfway through. Internal temperature should be 160-165 before removing and resting for 15 minutes.
4
If using the oven, set oven temperature to 350 degrees. Put chicken on a foil lined baking pan and cook for 30-45 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time, until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
5
To make shawarma pitas, layer chopped chicken with feta, hummus, tomatoes, arugula and tzatziki dressing.

1131

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

112

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons cumin, 2 tablespoons turmeric, and more.

Yes, Chicken Shawarma falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Shawarma

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