Description
Juicy, warmly spiced chicken shawarma made with a yogurt, lemon, and garlic marinade, then roasted or seared until beautifully browned and tender. It is bold, savory, easy to make at home, and perfect for wraps, bowls, or serving with rice and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it. If using a skillet, preheat it over medium high heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the chicken thighs and toss until fully coated in the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes if time allows.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, or place it in the hot skillet without crowding. Cook in batches if needed.
- Roast for 18 to 22 minutes, or cook in a skillet for 6 to 8 minutes per side, until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- For extra color, broil the chicken for 1 to 2 minutes at the end if roasting.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice or chop into bite-sized pieces and serve warm.
Notes
- Chicken thighs give the juiciest result and are less likely to dry out.
- Do not overcrowd the pan or baking sheet, or the chicken may steam instead of brown.
- A squeeze of fresh lemon just before serving brightens the finished dish.
- This chicken is great in wraps, rice bowls, or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: chicken shawarma, homemade shawarma, Middle Eastern chicken, yogurt marinated chicken, spiced chicken thighs