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Quick and Easy Chicken Shawarma Pita Bread

Enjoy delicious Chicken Shawarma wrapped in warm pita bread, packed with vibrant flavors, and ready in just 40 minutes!

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Grill pan or large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Shawarma:
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pita Bread and Toppings:
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 tomato diced
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup tahini sauce optional

Instructions
 

  • Chicken Shawarma:
  • Prepare Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  • Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 24 hours for more flavor).
  • Cook Chicken: Preheat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
  • Assemble Pita Bread:
  • Warm Pita: Wrap pita breads in aluminum foil and warm them in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes.
  • Prepare Toppings: While the pita is warming, prepare the toppings. Mix the diced cucumber and tomato in a small bowl.
  • Assemble: Place sliced chicken shawarma on each warmed pita bread. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a spoonful of cucumber-tomato mix, a few slices of red onion, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Drizzle with tahini sauce if desired.
  • Serve: Fold the pita over the fillings and serve immediately.