ClassicChicken Shawarma Recipe

Discover the most popular street food in the Middle East with this easy-to-make Chicken Shawarma recipe. Tender marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and tangy sauces. Perfect for a quick meal or a flavorful gathering.

Needed Ingredients

21 items

2 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)
1/2 cup tahini sauce
1/2 cup garlic sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced cucumbers
1/2 cup sliced red onions
Pita bread, warmed
Lemon wedges

Step-by-Step Instructions

5 steps

In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Mix well.

Add chicken strips and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken strips for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred.

Slice chicken into strips and assemble shawarma in warmed pita bread with tahini, garlic sauce, and fresh vegetables.

Serve with lemon wedges on the side.