Easy Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Shawarma
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons garlic paste, divided; 1 teaspoon ginger paste; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts; 3 potatoes, cut into fries; oil for frying; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 cup mayonnaise; 8 pita breads, split; 1 cup pickled cucumbers

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons garlic paste, divided
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
3 potatoes, cut into fries
oil for frying
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup mayonnaise
8 pita breads, split
1 cup pickled cucumbers

1
Mix vinegar, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon garlic paste, ginger paste, salt, and pepper together in a shallow dish. Add chicken breasts; turn to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
2
Heat 2 inches oil in a heavy pot to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Fry potatoes in batches until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken breasts from the marinade and cook until browned and no longer pink in the center, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board; slice into thin strips.
4
Mix remaining 1 teaspoon garlic paste with mayonnaise in a bowl.
5
Spread garlic mayonnaise inside pita breads. Fill each pita with French fries, chicken slices, and pickles.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 teaspoons garlic paste, divided, 1 teaspoon ginger paste, and more.

Yes, Easy 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.

Easy Chicken Shawarma

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