Savory Chicken Shawarma w Creamy Garlic Sauce Delicious
Author:felis
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor Chicken Shawarma w Creamy Garlic Sauce Flavorful Tender Easy Mideastinsp dish w aromatic spices rich smooth sauce
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
Salt to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, coriander, oregano, cinnamon, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and tahini. Season with salt to taste. Cover and refrigerate the sauce until ready to serve.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. You may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Serve the warm, cooked chicken immediately, accompanied by the chilled creamy garlic sauce. Optionally, you can serve the shawarma in warm pita bread, on a bed of rice or quinoa, or alongside fresh vegetables like diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and shredded lettuce.
