Chicken Shawarma
Introduction
Chicken Shawarma is a Middle Eastern classic that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. Tender chicken infused with a medley of spices, slow-cooked to perfection, and finished with a quick broil creates a dish that tastes straight out of a restaurant. Wrapped in warm, soft pita bread and paired with crisp vegetables, tangy cheese, and a creamy dill-yogurt sauce, this shawarma is perfect for casual weeknight dinners, entertaining friends, or a weekend family feast. Every bite is aromatic, juicy, and satisfying—a perfect balance of spices, acidity, and fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
For the Pita Bread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g / 8.5 oz)
- 1 Tbsp active dry yeast (9 g / 0.3 oz)
- 2–3 Tbsp oil (30–45 ml / 1–1.5 oz)
- ½ tsp salt (optional, to taste)
For the Chicken Filling:
- 3 lb boneless chicken (1.36 kg)
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 1 tsp cumin (2 g / 0.07 oz)
- ½ tsp ginger powder (1 g / 0.03 oz)
- 1 tsp turmeric (2 g / 0.07 oz)
- Salt, to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper (0.5 g / 0.02 oz)
- Dash of cayenne pepper (optional, 0.2 g)
- 1 tsp minced garlic (3 g / 0.1 oz)
- 2 Tbsp plain yogurt (30 ml / 1 oz)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (15 ml / 0.5 oz)
Optional Toppings and Serve-Ins:
- Pita bread, arugula or romaine lettuce, sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber
- Feta cheese, kalamata olives
- Tzatziki sauce or quick dill yogurt sauce
Quick Dill Yogurt Sauce:
- ½ cup plain yogurt (120 ml / 4 fl oz)
- 1 tsp dried dill (1 g / 0.03 oz)
- 1 tsp minced garlic (3 g / 0.1 oz)
Directions
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