Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired dish featuring marinated chicken served with a creamy garlic sauce and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
Serving
- to taste Pita bread or flatbread
- to taste Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion
- for garnish Chopped fresh parsley
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Mix yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper to make marinade.
- Add chicken to marinade, refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat grill or oven to medium-high (400°F/200°C). Cook chicken 5-7 mins per side on grill or 20-25 mins in oven.
- Prepare sauce by mixing mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.
- Slice cooked chicken thinly, serve on bread with vegetables and sauce, garnish with parsley.
Notes
Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.