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Chicken Shawarma Garlic Sauce

Irresistible Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Delight

Discover the flavors of Chicken Shawarma Garlic Sauce in this delectable recipe that turns everyday chicken into a flavorful feast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt full-fat preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin for quality flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh is best
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic remove green sprouts
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin freshly toasted recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander toasting enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Cardamom essential for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be substituted
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil add slowly for emulsion
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh preferred

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • food processor
  • skillet

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice until fully emulsified. Add the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, cardamom, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and black pepper, ensuring a uniform color. Pat the chicken dry, cut it into preferred pieces, and immerse it in the marinade for at least 3 hours, ideally overnight.
Prepare the Garlic Sauce
  1. Process minced garlic with a pinch of salt in a food processor until finely chopped. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil to create a smooth emulsion. Gradually alternate adding lemon juice and remaining olive oil, blending until the sauce is creamy and thick.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet over high heat. Remove excess marinade from the chicken pieces and place them in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden caramelization forms. Flip and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 3-5 minutes. Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assemble and Serve
  1. Warm pita bread or your choice of side, spread garlic sauce on the pita, layer with sliced chicken, and add fresh vegetables like lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Drizzle with more garlic sauce and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is at room temperature for even cooking. Marinating overnight enhances flavor. Use a thermometer to confirm doneness.

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