Chicken Shawarma
Looking for a simple chicken breast recipe that will truly surprise you with its taste? This easy Chicken Shawarma is the ultimate solution! Juicy, tender, and packed with authentic Middle Eastern flavors, this dish comes together in just minutes. It’s a quick dinner or lunch recipe that is so much better than takeout!
The Secret to the Best Homemade Chicken Shawarma! Easy and Perfect👌!
This chicken recipe is so easy and delicious that my whole family asks for it every week—and I’m sure yours will too! Whether you are looking for a healthy high-protein meal or a crowd-pleasing family dinner, this is the one to try.
Why this recipe works:
For years, I searched for that perfect street-style flavor at home without needing a vertical rotisserie. After experimenting with the right balance of warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika, I discovered that baking the chicken at a high temperature and finishing it with a butter brush creates that iconic, juicy texture we all love. It’s the perfect budget-friendly meal prep idea!
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Try this easy and quick recipe today and let me know in the comments how you liked it. I can’t wait to hear from you! Have a delicious day! ❤️
Ingredients You'll Need:
The Chicken Marinade:
800g Chicken Breast (cut into small strips)
2 tbsp Yogurt (40g)
1 tbsp Grated Garlic (15g)
2 tbsp Lemon Juice (30ml)
2 tbsp Vinegar (30ml)
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (60ml)
1 tbsp Salt (adjust to taste)
Spices (1 tsp each): Cumin, Coriander, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Paprika, Smoked Paprika.
Spices (1/2 tsp each): Black Pepper, Turmeric, Ginger.
The Secret Touch (1/4 tsp each): Cardamom, Cloves, and Cinnamon.
Finishing touch: Melted butter and Fresh Parsley.
Quick Garlic Sauce (Toum Style):
1/2 cup Mayonnaise (120g)
2 tbsp Sour Cream or Yogurt (40g)
1 tsp Garlic (10g)
1 tsp Vinegar (10ml)
A pinch of Salt
For the Wrap:
Pita Bread or Flatbread
Sliced Onions and Fresh Parsley
Pickles and French Fries (optional)
Hot sauce
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Video Chapters:
0:00 How to make the best Chicken Shawarma
0:10 Secret Shawarma Marinade
0:53 Prepping the Chicken
1:14 Baking for perfect juiciness
1:36 2-Minute Quick Garlic Sauce
2:13 The secret butter finish
2:26 Assembling the Shawarma Wrap
3:11 Toasting for a crispy finish
4:06 Serving and Final Results
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