Best Chicken Shawarma Recipe with Homemade Marinade
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with the Best Chicken Shawarma Recipe with Homemade Marinade. This dish combines juicy, marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe is easy to follow and versatile enough to be served in wraps, salads, or on its own. Impress your family and friends with a dish that delivers authentic shawarma goodness right from your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 2 teaspoons cardamom powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by optionally tenderizing it.
- In a bowl or zip bag, combine chicken thighs with yogurt, garlic, spices, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium/high heat and grill each thigh for 8–10 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let rest before slicing and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg