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Arabic Chicken Shawarma Sandwich Recipe

A delicious and flavorful Arabic Chicken Shawarma Sandwich recipe.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Arabic
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g Chicken Thighs boneless, skinless
  • 3 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread
  • 1 cup Yogurt plain
  • ½ cup Cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup Red Onion sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. 2. Add chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. 3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
  4. 4. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
  5. 5. Warm the pita bread on the grill for a minute or two.
  6. 6. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley to make the sauce.
  7. 7. Assemble the sandwiches by placing the sliced chicken on the warm pita bread and topping it with the yogurt sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Chicken, Shawarma
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