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Chicken Shawarma

Savor Easy Chicken Shawarma: A Flavorful Slow Cooker Delight

Discover the magic of Chicken Shawarma with this easy slow cooker recipe, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil.
  • 1/2 cup Plain Yogurt Greek yogurt works well as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Warm Pita
  • 2 cups Fresh Veggies Crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers.
  • 1 cup Yogurt Sauce

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma
  1. In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed.
  2. Add olive oil, plain yogurt, and lemon juice to the spice mix. Stir vigorously to create a smooth marinade.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and coat them with the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly covered.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  5. Once cooked, use two forks to carefully shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the juices.
  6. Enjoy the shredded Chicken Shawarma nestled in warm pita bread, topped with fresh veggies and yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 23gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 470mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken for at least 2 hours. Consider adding bite-sized vegetables to the slow cooker for extra flavor.

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