Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

Chicken shawarma, made with marinated chicken flavored with earthy spices, is delicious in pita bread topped with tahini sauce for a Middle Eastern favorite.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
290 min
Servings
8

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'To make the marinade: Combine malt vinegar, 1/4 cup yogurt, vegetable oil, mixed spice, cardamom, salt, and pepper together in a glass baking dish.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Add chicken thighs to the mixture and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). To make the tahini sauce: Combine tahini, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley together in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, taste, and adjust flavors if desired. Cover and refrigerate.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Cover the chicken and bake in the marinade for 30 minutes, turning once. Uncover, and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through.'}

  6. 6

    {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Remove chicken from the dish, and cut into slices.'}

  7. 7

    {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Place sliced chicken, tomato, onion, and lettuce onto pita breads. Roll up, and top with tahini sauce.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

402
Calories
23 g
Protein
44 g
Carbs
15 g
Fat
4 g
Fiber
420 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/52407/chicken-shawarma/
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