Name: Chicken Shawarma with Hummus and Pita
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken thighs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp turmeric; Salt and pepper, to taste; 4 pita breads; 1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade); Fresh parsley (for garnish)

This delicious Chicken Shawarma paired with creamy hummus and soft pita is a flavorful, Mediterranean-inspired dinner. Tender, spiced chicken is marinated, grilled, and sliced, served with a side of rich hummus and warm pita bread for a complete meal. A blend of cumin, garlic, and lemon gives the chicken its distinctive flavor, while the hummus adds a smooth, savory contrast.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor.
For crispy shawarma, cook in a hot skillet or grill.
Use homemade hummus for a fresher taste.
Warm the pita bread before serving.

Yield: Serves 4

Chicken Shawarma with Hummus and Pita

A flavorful Mediterranean dish of spiced chicken shawarma served with creamy hummus and warm pita.

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes

Ingredients

4 boneless chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp turmeric
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 pita breads
1 cup hummus (store-bought or homemade)
Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
Add chicken thighs to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
Warm the pita bread and cut into halves or quarters.
Serve the sliced chicken with pita and hummus. Garnish with parsley.

Notes

For an extra touch, add pickled vegetables or tahini sauce on the side.
Serve with a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 518Total Fat 22gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 17gCholesterol 137mgSodium 828mgCarbohydrates 44gFiber 5gSugar 1gProtein 38g

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