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Lebanese Chicken Shawarma

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan Cooked
  • Cuisine: Lebanese
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Juicy spiced chicken served with fresh vegetables, warm pita, and creamy garlic sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 pita bread
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 0.75 cup garlic sauce


Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium high heat.
  2. Mix olive oil, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat chicken evenly with the mixture.
  4. Cook chicken 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  5. Rest, slice, and serve with pita and vegetables.

Notes

  • Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
  • Slice chicken thin for best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg