Chicken Shawarma

Tender spiced chicken wrapped in warm pita with garlic sauce, pickled turnips, and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition per serving

• 500gChicken thighs, boneless
• ¼ cupYogurt
• 1 tspCumin
• 1 tspPaprika
• ½ tspTurmeric
• 3Garlic cloves
• 3Pita bread
• 3 tbspTahini sauce

1. 1

   Marinate chicken in yogurt, cumin, paprika, turmeric, minced garlic, salt, and lemon juice for at least 20 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.

3. 3

   Let chicken rest 3 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

4. 4

   Warm pita bread on the pan for 30 seconds each side.

5. 5

   Layer sliced chicken on pita, drizzle with tahini, and add pickled vegetables, tomatoes, and lettuce.

6. 6

   Roll tightly and serve with extra garlic sauce on the side.

💡 Tips for Chicken Shawarma

• • Let meat rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.
• • Don't let garlic burn - add it after other aromatics and cook briefly.
• • Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking.

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