Easy Homemade Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce features tender spiced chicken served with a smooth and tangy garlic sauce for wraps or bowls.
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
For the creamy garlic sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt to taste
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices.
Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
Roast at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes or cook in skillet until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Rest and slice chicken thinly.
Mix sauce ingredients until smooth.
Serve chicken in pita or over rice with garlic sauce.
Marinate longer for deeper flavor. Adjust garlic in sauce to taste.