Syrian

Chicken Shawarma

Name: Chicken Shawarma
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Syrian
Ingredients: 1.5 kg chicken thighs; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Thinly sliced marinated chicken cooked on a vertical rotisserie.

30 minutes6 servings

Method

In a bowl, mix chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, coriander, and cinnamon. Marinate 2-4 hours.
Preheat shawarma grill or skillet. Cook chicken over medium heat, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F), 15-20 minutes.
Slice chicken thinly. Serve in pita with toppings of choice.

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