Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon shawarma spice mix
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 1 pita bread
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, shawarma spice mix, and minced garlic in a bowl and marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, whisk together yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and salt to make the creamy garlic sauce.
- Slice the cooked chicken and serve it in pita bread with the sauce.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita with chicken and sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chicken Shawarma, Garlic Sauce, Homemade, Easy Recipes