Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma: Easy Juicy Flavor at Home
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Enjoy the savory tastes of Middle Eastern cuisine with this simple and delicious slow cooker chicken shawarma recipe.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, spices, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Add chicken thighs to the bowl and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken in the slow cooker and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and mix it with the juices in the slow cooker.
- Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- For added flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
- This recipe can be made in advance and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg