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Chicken Shawarma

Juicy, spice-marinated chicken roasted to perfection with authentic Middle Eastern flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1.5 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Foil
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Mix yogurt, oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices.
  2. Marinate chicken for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  4. Arrange chicken on baking sheet.
  5. Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping once.
  6. Broil briefly for char, then rest and slice.

Notes

Best marinated overnight for deeper flavor.