Description
Tender, spiced chicken marinated in warm Middle Eastern flavors, grilled or roasted to perfection, and served with a creamy, tangy garlic sauce the ultimate homemade shawarma experience.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp plain yogurt
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pita bread, lettuce, tomato, and onion for serving
**Garlic Sauce (Toum):**
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp plain yogurt
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, yogurt, and all spices to create the marinade.
2. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).
3. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
4. Cook chicken 6–8 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
5. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
6. For the garlic sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
7. Assemble shawarma wraps with sliced chicken, garlic sauce, and toppings of choice.
8. Serve warm with fries or salad.
Notes
You can bake the marinated chicken at 425°F (220°C) for 25–30 minutes if preferred.
For extra smoky flavor, add a touch of ground cloves or grill over charcoal.
Use the garlic sauce as a dip for fries or roasted veggies — it’s addictive!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken shawarma, garlic sauce, shawarma wrap, grilled chicken, Mediterranean dinner