Description
A delightful slow cooker chicken shawarma recipe that brings the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your kitchen, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Pita bread or flatbread for serving
- Toppings: sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, tahini sauce, fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place the chicken thighs in your slow cooker, ensuring they are well-coated with the spice mixture.
- Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. The chicken should be tender and easily shred with a fork.
- Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken in the slow cooker for easy mixing.
- Serve the shredded chicken in warm pita bread, topped with your choice of fresh veggies and tahini sauce.
Notes
For stronger flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for a few hours or overnight before cooking. Ensure that the chicken reaches a safe temperature of 165°F when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: shawarma, chicken, slow cooker, Middle Eastern, easy dinner, meal prep