Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A delightful Middle Eastern dish featuring marinated chicken served in pita with fresh vegetables and a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (lettuce, tomato, cucumber)
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 juice of lemon
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken with olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare the grill.
Cooking
- Roast or grill the chicken until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, mix the ingredients for the creamy garlic sauce in a bowl until smooth.
- After the chicken is done, slice it into strips.
Serving
- Serve the sliced chicken in pita bread topped with mixed vegetables and drizzled with the garlic sauce.
Notes
For a complete meal, serve with roasted potatoes or a fresh Greek salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.