Description
Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your table. Marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and grilled to perfection, this juicy chicken is topped with a rich, creamy garlic sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also surprisingly easy to make from scratch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Heat grill to medium-high or preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and herbs in a small bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle creamy garlic sauce over sliced chicken and enjoy with pita bread or lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 oz (140g) of chicken with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg