Description
Tender, spiced chicken cooked to perfection and served with a tangy yogurt sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the yogurt sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt to taste
For serving:
4 pita breads, warmed
Sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions
Fresh lettuce or shredded cabbage
Instructions
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine chicken strips with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
Step 2: Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
Step 3: While the chicken marinates, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, chopped parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 4: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer, cooking for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into smaller pieces if desired.
Step 6: Serve the chicken shawarma on warmed pita breads, topped with yogurt sauce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and fresh greens.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 28g