Little Chef
Classic Chicken Shawarma by Foodies Kitchen By Jamila
Tender marinated chicken thighs roasted with aromatic Middle Eastern spices, served in warm flatbread.
Serves: 4Prep: 15 minCook: 25 min
Ingredients
- 900g (2 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and all spices in a large bowl to create the marinade over medium heat until heated through, about 5 min.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, coating them thoroughly; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the baking sheet in a single layer until ready to serve.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice the chicken before serving.
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