Chicken Shawarma
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- Pita bread
- Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce for serving
- Tahini sauce for drizzling
Instructions:
1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, and yogurt. Add the chicken thighs and coat them well. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for better flavor.
2. Grill the chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
3. Prepare the pita: While the chicken is grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes, just until soft and slightly charred.
4. Assemble the wraps: Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips. Place slices of chicken in the warmed pita bread and top with sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce.
5. Drizzle the sauce: Finish with a generous drizzle of tahini sauce over the fillings.
6. Serve: Wrap the pita around the fillings and enjoy your delicious chicken shawarma!
Notes:
Feel free to add other veggies like onions or bell peppers for extra crunch. You can also serve the shawarma with a side of hummus or a fresh salad! Enjoy your meal!