Chicken Shawarma Garlic Sauce (Printable Version)
Tender spiced chicken with creamy garlic sauce wrapped in pita - a Middle Eastern classic perfect for any meal occasion.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
04 - 2 teaspoons ground paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
09 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Creamy Garlic Sauce
10 - ½ cup Greek yogurt
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Additional
15 - Soft pita bread
16 - Fresh vegetables (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Combine olive oil, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
02 - Grill, bake, or pan-sear the chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred.
03 - Mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
04 - Layer cooked chicken on pita bread, add fresh vegetables if desired, drizzle with garlic sauce, and fold tightly.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just 30 minutes after marinating
- Uses everyday spices you likely already have
- Perfect balance of protein and flavor in each bite
- Customizable with your favorite fresh toppings
02 -
- High in protein with 30g per serving making it excellent for active lifestyles
- Can be prepped ahead for quick weeknight meals
- Authentic flavor without specialized equipment or ingredients
- The perfect balance of spices creates depth without overwhelming heat
03 -
- Always slice chicken against the grain for maximum tenderness
- Adding a pinch of baking soda to the marinade will help tenderize the meat even more
- Let the garlic sauce rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to mellow the raw garlic bite