Name: Flavorful Chicken Shawarma
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips; 0.3 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground coriander; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 1 to taste Salt and pepper; 1 as needed Pita bread; 1 as needed Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, parsley, hummus, tzatziki sauce

Flavorful Chicken Shawarma

By RecipeFund

November 30, 2025

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This chicken shawarma recipe is bursting with bold and aromatic flavors, thanks to a simple yet powerful blend of spices and tangy lemon juice. It's an easy and delicious way to bring a taste of the Middle East to your dinner table!

Ingredients

boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into thin strips - 1.0 lb
olive oil - 0.3 cup
lemon juice - 2.0 tbsp
ground cumin - 1.0 tbsp
smoked paprika - 1.0 tbsp
ground coriander - 1.0 tsp
garlic powder - 0.5 tsp
Salt and pepper - 1.0 to taste
Pita bread - 1.0 as needed
Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, parsley, hummus, tzatziki sauce - 1.0 as needed

Cooking Steps

Step 1

In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, coriander, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 2

Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.

Step 3

Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.

Step 4

Warm the pita bread in the microwave or oven, then fill with the cooked chicken and any desired toppings. Serve immediately.

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