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Authentic Chicken Shawarma Recipe with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Bring the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern street food to your kitchen with this authentic chicken shawarma recipe featuring perfectly spiced chicken and creamy homemade garlic sauce. Serve wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables for an unforgettable meal that's both healthy and satisfying.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp cardamom
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pita bread or flatbreads
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Cucumber slices
  • Red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and all spices in a large bowl
  2. Cut chicken thighs into thin strips and add to marinade, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight
  3. Make garlic sauce by combining Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, and salt, then refrigerate until ready
  4. Grill marinated chicken strips on medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through
  5. Warm pita bread on grill, spread garlic sauce, add grilled chicken and fresh vegetables, then roll tightly and serve

Notes

Marinate chicken for maximum flavor (overnight preferred), slice chicken thinly for authentic texture, cook at high heat for charred edges, both marinade and sauce can be prepared 3 days ahead