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Juicy Shawarma Chicken in the Oven or Grill

A flavorful and juicy shawarma chicken recipe that can be cooked in the oven or on the grill, perfect for a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 1 kg boneless chicken thighs skinless preferred
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt optional for tenderness
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
Serving
  • 4 pita breads or flatbreads
  • 1 cup hummus for spreading
  • 1 cup tabbouleh for garnish
  • 1 cup pickled vegetables for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, yogurt, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) or prepare the grill for medium-high heat.
  2. If using the oven, place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
  3. If grilling, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the oven or grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Slice the chicken and serve in pita breads with hummus, tabbouleh, and pickled vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade for heat.

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