Description
This Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a flavorful and juicy dish that brings the tastes of the Middle East to your table. Marinated to perfection and served with a rich garlic sauce, it’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs boneless
skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 garlic cloves
minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper
to taste
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 garlic cloves
minced
Salt and pepper
to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat them well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the marinated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden-brown color.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the creamy garlic sauce by mixing together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Once the chicken is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken slices with the creamy garlic sauce on the side, perfect for drizzling over the top.
Notes
For an even more authentic flavor, serve with pita bread and your choice of fresh vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 277kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g