Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce
A vibrant, deeply flavorful dish featuring marinated chicken, crisp veggies, fluffy pita bread, and creamy garlic sauce—perfect for families and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 cup yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Spices (cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Pita bread or wraps for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and spices. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C) or oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cook marinated chicken in the air fryer for about 25 minutes or roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare garlic sauce by mixing minced garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl and refrigerate.
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Warm pita bread, spread garlic sauce, add sliced chicken and your favorite toppings.
- Fold your shawarma, take a bite, and enjoy the flavors!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shawarma
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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