Chicken Shawarma Recipe
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Chicken Shawarma

By: Wendy 
"Awesome Lebanese sandwich served in most Lebanese restaurants. Can be served with Tahini sauce or Toum."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.0 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (42)

What to Drink?

Wine Riesling
Chilled Non-Alcoholic Special Lemonade
Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
40 Min
Ready In:
4 Hrs 50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup malt vinegar
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom
  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
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  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste
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  • 4 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced onion
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce
  • 8 pita bread rounds

Directions

  1. In a glass baking dish, mix together the malt vinegar, 1/4 cup yogurt, vegetable oil, mixed spice, cardamom, salt and pepper. Place the chicken thighs into the mixture and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, mix together the tahini, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, taste, and adjust flavors if desired. Cover and refrigerate.
  3. Cover the chicken and bake in the marinade for 30 minutes, turning once. Uncover, and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from the dish, and cut into slices.
  4. Place sliced chicken, tomato, onion, and lettuce onto pita breads. Roll up, and top with the tahini sauce.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 402 | Total Fat: 15.2g | Cholesterol: 58mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2003 by Mr. Marco Salmon   view full review
I have always been fond of lamb shawarma but now after trying this version with chicken I like...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 17, 2006 by Carol   view full review
That was one of the best recipes to try. i come from the Arab world and i know what an...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2002 by RBROADHE   view full review
First, let me say I love shawarmas. I've had them in many restaurants and even had them in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 2, 2007 by YONDERBOY777   view full review
This was absolutely incredible! Used rice vinegar instead of malt and only marinated for 15...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 9, 2005 by LDL463   view full review
I gave this a 4 star only because my hubby didn't like the tahini sauce, BUT I loved it! I've...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 6, 2006 by maplebook   view full review
My chicken would not cook in the marinade, perhaps because it went straight from the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2004 by BELEDONA Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I have had Shawarma from several restaurants. Each place taste a bit different. I am sure...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2006 by Kauser   view full review
Great recipe. My family loved it. Thankyou.
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2002 by KIMAR   view full review
I haven't tried the restaurant version, so I can't compare. I couldn't find boneless thighs,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2008 by Matt W.   view full review
Great recipe! I marinated the chicken overnight and cooked on the grill and it turned out...

 

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