Description
Tender, spiced chicken wrapped in warm pita bread, drizzled with a luscious creamy garlic sauce – a delicious journey into Middle Eastern cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh vegetables (cucumber, tomatoes, parsley) for topping
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in cumin, paprika, turmeric, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and olive oil to make the creamy garlic sauce.
- Warm the pita bread and fill it with cooked chicken and fresh vegetables.
- Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the top and wrap the pita.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking and enjoy your shawarma with fresh pita and toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern