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chicken shawarma

A flavorful and aromatic chicken shawarma marinated with Middle Eastern spices, then baked to perfection and served with your favorite sides.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Make the marinade. Whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon.
  2. Marinate the chicken. Place the chicken in a large freezer bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into the largest piece reads 165°F.
  5. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  6. Serve the chicken over rice, garnished with fresh parsley. Optionally, stuff into pita pockets with hummus and veggies.

Notes

A delicious dish that pairs well with garlic sauce, fresh vegetables, or pita bread.