Chicken Shawarma
 
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This recipe is the opposite of flavorless chicken. In this dish, the chicken is marinated in an array of pungent spices and cooked to perfection.
Recipe type: Chicken Entrees
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • [1/4] cup fresh lemon juice
  • [1/4] cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 TB. minced garlic
  • [1/2] tsp. seven spices
  • [1/4] tsp. ground cardamom
  • [1/4] tsp. ground cinnamon
  • [1/2] tsp. cayenne
  • [1/2] tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. dried parsley
  • 4 TB. extra-virgin olive oil
  • [3/4] tsp. salt
  • [1/2] tsp. ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. Using a sharp knife, cut chicken into thin, [1/4]-inch strips. Place strips in a large bowl.
  2. Add lemon juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, seven spices, cardamom, cinnamon, cayenne, paprika, parsley, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Marinate chicken in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes and up to 24 hours.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken and marinade for 10-15 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned and marinade has evaporated.
  5. Serve warm with pita bread and garlic sauce.
Notes
Tasty Tip
You can save time with this recipe by prepping and marinating it the day before you plan to have it for lunch or dinner.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: [1/4] pound Calories: 271 Fat: 16g Saturated fat: 2g Carbohydrates: 4g Sodium: 515mg Fiber: 1g Protein: 28g Cholesterol: 65mg
Recipe by Dedemed at https://dedemed.com/chicken-shawarma-recipe-sandwich-recipe/