Description
A cozy favorite that transforms your kitchen into a haven of flavor and love with deliciously spiced chicken and creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves of fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Pita bread or flatbreads
- Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the garlic, spices, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the marinade. Whisk until well-blended.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
- Preheat a grill or a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken on your hot grill or skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes.
- While the chicken rests, mix the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl until smooth for the garlic sauce.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips and serve warm with pita bread, fresh veggies, and generously drizzle with garlic sauce.
Notes
Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy. You can prepare the garlic sauce a day in advance for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken shawarma, garlic sauce, middle eastern recipes, quick meals, family dinner