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Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce, a dish that promises to delight your taste buds. This easy-to-make recipe features tender, spiced chicken thighs wrapped in warm pita and drizzled with a luscious garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this culinary adventure will leave everyone asking for seconds!


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp shawarma spice blend
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken thighs, shawarma spice blend, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 1 hour in the fridge.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each thigh for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Prepare Pita Bread: Warm pita in a dry skillet or oven until soft.
  5. Assemble Your Wraps: Slice the chicken and layer it on warm pita bread with creamy garlic sauce. Add extras like lettuce or tomatoes if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 470
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg