Made with AI
Chicken Shawarma
Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken thighs1 lb
- olive oil2 tbsp
- lemon juice1 tbsp
- ground cumin1 tsp
- ground paprika1 tsp
- ground turmeric0,5 tsp
- ground cinnamon0,5 tsp
- ground black pepper0,5 tsp
- cayenne pepper0,25 tsp
- garlic2 cloves
- plain Greek yogurt0,5 cup
- whole wheat pita breads4 pieces
- shredded lettuce1 cup
- diced tomatoes0,5 cup
- sliced red onions0,25 cup
- chopped fresh parsley0,25 cup
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic.
- 2
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 3
Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook on the grill or skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- 5
While the chicken is cooking, warm the pita breads on the grill or in a skillet.
- 6
Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- 7
To assemble the shawarma, spread a spoonful of Greek yogurt on each pita bread.
- 8
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced red onions, and chopped fresh parsley.
- 9
Add the sliced chicken on top of the vegetables.
- 10
Roll up the pita bread around the filling and serve immediately.
