Authentic Chicken Shawarma Recipe – Easy, Juicy & Flavorful Wrap

📖 Introduction:

Shawarma – a delicious Middle Eastern wrap that’s loved worldwide! Whether you’ve tried it from a street vendor or a restaurant, now you can enjoy this mouthwatering recipe right at home. This chicken shawarma recipe is not only easy to follow but packed with juicy flavors, creamy sauces, and fresh veggies — perfect for lunch, dinner, or parties!

🍗 Ingredients:

🔸 For Chicken Marinade:

• Boneless chicken thighs or breast – 500g

• Yogurt – ½ cup

• Lemon juice – 2 tbsp

• Olive oil – 2 tbsp

• Garlic paste – 1 tbsp

• Paprika – 1 tsp

• Cumin powder – 1 tsp

• Coriander powder – 1 tsp

• Black pepper – ½ tsp

• Salt – to taste

• Turmeric – ¼ tsp (optional)

• 🔸 For Garlic Sauce (Touma):

  • Mayonnaise – ½ cup

  • Yogurt – 2 tbsp

  • Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

  • Lemon juice – 1 tbsp

  • Salt – to taste

  🔸 For Assembling:

  • Pita bread or flatbread

  • Shredded lettuce or cabbage

  • Sliced onions, tomatoes, cucumbers

  • Pickled veggies (optional)

  • 👩‍🍳 How to Make Chicken Shawarma:

    🥄 Step 1: Marinate the Chicken 

    In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, and spices. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best flavor).

    🔥 Step 2: Cook the Chicken 

    Heat a grill pan or frying pan with a bit of oil. Cook the marinated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked. Slice thinly.

  • 🥣 Step 3: Prepare Garlic Sauce 

    Mix mayo, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Chill in fridge.

    🌯 Step 4: Assemble the Shawarma 

    Place the cooked chicken on pita bread, add veggies, drizzle with garlic sauce, and roll tightly. You can grill it again for a crispy wrap.

  • 🤔 FAQs:

    Q1: Can I use beef or mutton instead of chicken?
    Yes, you can. Adjust cooking time and marination for tougher meats.

    Q2: Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?
    Absolutely. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 mins or until fully cooked.

    Q3: How long can I store leftover shawarma?
    Up to 2 days in the fridge. Store components separately for best taste.

  • 🔗 Internal Links:

    • Homemade Garlic Sauce Recipe

    • How to Make Pita Bread at Home

    • Easy Chicken Tikka Wrap

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    💡 Tips & Notes:

    • Always marinate chicken overnight for juicy flavor.

    • Use thighs for more tenderness.

    • For extra spice, add a pinch of chili flakes.

    • Add pickled turnips or jalapeños for a tangy twist.

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