Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma Recipe for Juicy Flavor at Home
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A delicious and simple recipe for chicken shawarma made in a slow cooker, perfect for juicy flavor at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil and all the spices to create a marinade.
- Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade thoroughly.
- Place the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Add lemon juice and yogurt over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken and serve it with pita and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Let the chicken marinate for a few hours for better flavor.
- Serve with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce for extra taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg