Homemade Chicken Shawarma

Transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of the Middle East with this irresistible Homemade Chicken Shawarma recipe! Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in a vibrant blend of spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric, this dish delivers a symphony of bold and earthy flavors. Grilled to perfection and wrapped in warm, fluffy pita bread, the shawarma comes to life with crisp slices of tomato, cucumber, red onion, and a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a marinade so flavorful it’s worth the wait, this recipe is the perfect way to recreate your favorite restaurant-style shawarma at home. Ideal for a quick dinner, family gathering, or meal prep, this authentic recipe offers an explosion of spices, textures, and freshness all in one delicious wrap.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp ground coriander
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 6 pieces pita bread
• 2 tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, allspice, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off any excess, and grill for about 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked and slightly charred.

Step 5

Once cooked, allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before thinly slicing it.

Step 6

Warm the pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.

Step 7

To assemble the shawarma, place sliced chicken in the center of each pita bread. Top with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley.

Step 8

Finish with a drizzle of tahini sauce before wrapping the pita around the filling.

Step 9

Serve the shawarma warm with additional tahini sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2103.4 grams (2103.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3743

Total Fat 173.80g	223%
Saturated Fat 39.70g	199%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.40g
Cholesterol 1149mg	383%
Sodium 6112mg	266%
Total Carbohydrate 259.40g	94%
Dietary Fiber 40.40g	144%
Total Sugars 37.10g
Protein 302.60g	605%

Vitamin D 181IU	906%
Calcium 1324mg	102%
Iron 40mg	224%
Potassium 5820mg	124%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 27.2%