Description
A flavorful Chicken Shawarma recipe served with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for wraps or as a main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg (2.2 lb) boneless chicken breast or thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp plain yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp chili powder or cayenne (optional)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2–3 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for garlic sauce)
- 1 tbsp yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- Pinch of salt (for garlic sauce)
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin garlic sauce if needed)
- Pita or flatbread (for serving)
- Tomato slices (for serving)
- Fresh parsley or lettuce (for serving)
- Pickles (optional but highly recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, yogurt, garlic, and all spices. Stir until smooth. Add the chicken and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour, but overnight gives the best flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Option A — Pan Cook: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil. Cook chicken pieces 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly. Option B — Oven: Bake at 200°C / 400°F for 25–30 min, then broil 2–3 minutes for crispy edges. Option C — Air Fryer: 190°C / 375°F for 16–18 min.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, yogurt, and salt. Add a splash of water for a pourable consistency. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Shawarma Wrap: Warm pita or flatbread. Add sliced chicken. Top with tomatoes, parsley or lettuce, and pickles (optional). Drizzle generously with garlic sauce. Wrap tightly and enjoy!
Notes
- Add fries inside the wrap for authentic Middle Eastern style.
- Use chicken thighs for the juiciest texture.
- For extra flavor, grill the chicken after pan-cooking.
- Prep Time: 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Baking, Pan Cooking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg