Chicken Shawarma 🌮🍗😍✨
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of the Middle East with this homemade Chicken Shawarma recipe. Bursting with aromatic spices and tender grilled chicken, this dish is a perfect balance of savory and tangy. Whether for a casual dinner or a feast, shawarma always satisfies.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thigh fillets, boneless and skinless
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Pita bread or flatbread, for serving
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, cucumber, pickles, tahini sauce, or garlic yogurt sauce
Directions 👩🍳
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and all spices. Coat chicken thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
- Cook chicken: Grill, pan-fry, or bake chicken until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Slice: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly into strips.
- Assemble: Warm pita bread. Fill with chicken strips and desired toppings.
- Serve: Drizzle with tahini or garlic yogurt sauce. Enjoy hot.
Tips
- Extra flavor: Add a splash of white vinegar to the marinade.
- Variation: Try with beef or lamb for a different twist.
- Serving idea: Pair with fries or a fresh tabbouleh salad.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes + marinating
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Kcal: ~420 per serving
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Chicken Shawarma—juicy, spiced, and wrapped in flavor 🌮🍗😍✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you drizzle it with tahini or garlic yogurt sauce?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next shawarma craving.” • “Tag a friend who loves Middle Eastern food.” • “Tender chicken, bold spices, perfect wrap.”