Description
This Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a flavorful journey to the Middle East. Featuring perfectly spiced, tender chicken wrapped in soft pita bread and topped with a tangy, velvety garlic sauce, it’s a dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Shawarma:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill, bake, or pan-sear the chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Make the Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble the Wraps: Layer cooked chicken on pita bread, add fresh veggies (optional), drizzle with garlic sauce, and fold tightly.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for richer flavors.
- Customize with toppings like pickled vegetables or hot sauce for a twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Baking, or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 25 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
Keywords: Middle Eastern chicken wrap, Shawarma recipe with garlic sauce, Spiced chicken wraps with yogurt sauce