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Shawarma Chicken Recipe

Shawarma Chicken Recipe

An easy shawarma chicken recipe made with yogurt marinade and warm spices. Juicy, flavorful, and perfect for wraps, bowls, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinate 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp cayenne
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Mix marinade ingredients.
  2. Coat chicken and marinate 1–8 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  4. Roast 20–25 minutes.
  5. Rest and slice before serving.

Notes

  • For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. The longer marination helps the spices fully penetrate the meat.
  • If you prefer extra char like traditional street-style shawarma, broil the chicken for the last 2–3 minutes of cooking.
  • Always let the chicken rest before slicing. Cutting too early releases juices and can make the meat dry.