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🍗 Easy Homemade Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Chicken Shawarma is a famous dish from the Middle East. It is tasty, spicy, and full of flavor. This dish has grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy, spicy sauce. Everything is wrapped in soft pita bread. It is great for family dinners or get-togethers with friends.

🛒 Ingredients You Will Need

• 2 lbs chicken thigh fillets (boneless and skinless)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp each of coriander, cumin, paprika, and salt
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 8 pita breads
• 3 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 tomatoes, sliced

For the Sauce:

• 1½ cups plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (or more if you like spicy food)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 How to Make Chicken Shawarma

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

1. In a big bowl, mix garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and all the spices.
2. Add the chicken and mix well so it’s all coated.
3. Cover the bowl and keep it in the fridge for at least 1 hour. Overnight is best for full flavor.

Step 2: Make the Sauce

1. Mix yogurt, mayonnaise, Sriracha, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
2. Keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.

Step 3: Grill the Chicken

1. Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high.
2. Brush it with oil so the chicken doesn’t stick.
3. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
4. Grill each piece for 6–8 minutes on both sides, until it’s cooked and a bit charred.
5. Let it rest, then cut it into thin slices.

Step 4: Assemble the Shawarma

1. Warm the pita bread on the grill or in the oven.
2. Spread some sauce on the pita.
3. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, and grilled chicken slices.
4. Drizzle more sauce if you like.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Serve the shawarma right away while everything is warm and fresh!

🧊 Tips for Storing Leftovers

• Keep the chicken, sauce, and veggies in separate containers.
• The chicken can stay fresh in the fridge for 3 days.
• The sauce can last up to a week.
• Warm the chicken before using again.

💡 Helpful Tips

• Healthier Option: Use whole wheat pita and skip the mayo in the sauce.
• Spicier Taste: Add more Sriracha or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Extra Crunch: Add sliced cucumber or bell peppers.
• Extra Flavor: Try it with hummus, tabbouleh, or tahini sauce.

⏱ Cooking Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Serves: 4 people

🥙 Final Thoughts

This Chicken Shawarma is easy to make and super tasty. With juicy grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy sauce wrapped in warm pita bread, it’s a dish that makes everyone happy. Try it once, and you’ll want to make it again!