Shawarma-Spiced Chicken With Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Name: Shawarma-Spiced Chicken With Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CHICKEN; 1 lb chicken breast; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium lemon; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon curry powder; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste; GARLIC YOGURT SAUCE; 7 ounces Greek yogurt, 2% (I like Fage); 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon parsley, Chopped

Servings: persons

CHICKEN
1 lb chicken breast
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste
GARLIC YOGURT SAUCE
7 ounces Greek yogurt, 2% (I like Fage)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon parsley, Chopped

1
Place the chicken breasts, 1 at a time, in a Ziploc bag. Pound each breast to an even thickness, about 1/2-inch thick, being careful not to puncture the bag. Place pounded chicken breasts back into bag and set aside.
2
In a medium bowl, combine olive oil and lemon juice. Whisk until combined. Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, curry powder, cinnamon, red pepper, salt and black pepper and whisk again.
3
Pour the marinade into the bag with the chicken, massaging it to evenly coat. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour, up to overnight.
4
In a small bowl (or right in the container), combine the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice and salt. Stir to combine and refrigerate until ready to use.
5
Over medium-high heat, grill the chicken for 3 minutes or until it no longer sticks to the grill. Turn the chicken and grill an additional 3-4 minutes. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes then slice it thinly, across the grain. Top each breast with 2 tablespoons sauce and a sprinkle of parsley. Serve.
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480

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CHICKEN, 1 lb chicken breast, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium lemon, and more.

Yes, Shawarma-Spiced Chicken With Garlic Yogurt Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!