Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma is an easy, flavorful, and tender Middle Eastern-inspired dish made with a fragrant spice blend and cooked to perfection. This recipe requires minimal effort and delivers a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Serve it in pita wraps, over rice, or with a fresh salad for a versatile and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Prepare the Marinade:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
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Marinate the Chicken:
- Coat the chicken thighs evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
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Slow Cook:
- Transfer the marinated chicken to the slow cooker. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
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Finish & Serve:
- Shred the chicken with two forks or leave it whole. Serve in pita wraps, over rice, or in a salad.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, replace Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt or a mix of olive oil and lemon juice.
- For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- To add a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika or briefly broil the chicken after slow cooking.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Marinating Time: 4+ hours (overnight recommended)
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) / 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
