Description
Chicken shawarma is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish that features marinated, grilled chicken wrapped in warm pita bread. This recipe promises juicy, spice-infused chicken that will tantalize your taste buds with each bite. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, it’s a fun and easy way to bring the vibrant flavors of shawarma into your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Pita bread or wraps (for serving)
- Your favorite toppings (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, sauces)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Add chicken breasts and coat well; allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high heat (grill) or 425°F (220°C) (oven).
- Cook marinated chicken on the grill or in the oven for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Assemble your shawarma by placing sliced chicken in pita bread with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg