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Chicken Shawarma
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Chicken Shawarma

This beloved Middle-Eastern dish is marinated in flavorful spices and grilled to perfection. It's quick to prepare and serves beautifully in wraps or over rice.

Ready in 50 minutes · serves 4 · 450 calories per serving · middle-eastern cuisine.

50
min total
4
servings
450
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 poundsboneless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 2 teaspoonscumin
  • 2 teaspoonspaprika
  • 1 teaspooncinnamon
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • 1 teaspoonpepper
  • 2 tablespoonslemon juice
  • 4 piecespita bread

Instructions

  1. 01

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

  2. 02

    Add chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

  3. 03

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.

  4. 04

    Slice the chicken and serve in pita bread with fresh veggies.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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