Chicken Shawarma Platter

This Chicken Shawarma Platter features marinated chicken served alongside fresh vegetables, warm pita, and a creamy garlic sauce, offering a delightful fusion of flavors. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it brings the taste of Middle Eastern street food right to your table.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon - 1, juiced
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Cucumber - 1, diced
• Tomato - 1, diced
• Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Yogurt - 100 grams
• Water - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and slightly charred.
4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the garlic sauce by mixing tahini, yogurt, water, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
6. Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a toaster.
7. To serve, place the sliced chicken on a plate, accompanied by diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and a drizzle of garlic sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and tahini, beneficial for heart health.

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