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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma: Savory Street Food at Home

This Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma is a delicious and effortless way to enjoy street food at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Boneless and skinless recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced.
For the Marinade
  • ⅓ cup Plain Greek Yogurt Also need 1 cup for yogurt sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Also need 1 tablespoon for yogurt sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika Can use smoked paprika.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Key spice for flavor.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Turmeric Adds color.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances warmth.
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice preference.
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Cucumber Grated for yogurt sauce.
  • 4 pieces Pitas For wrapping.
  • Fresh toppings Lettuce, Red Onion, Tomatoes.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup of plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices. Coat the chicken thighs in this marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Prepare Slow Cooker: Slice onion and arrange at the bottom of the slow cooker to create a flavor base.
  3. Cook Chicken: Place marinated chicken on top of onion. Cover and set cooker on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours until tender.
  4. Shred Chicken: Remove chicken and shred with forks. Return to slow cooker and mix with juices for about 10 minutes.
  5. Make Yogurt Sauce: Combine 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, remaining lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and refrigerate.
  6. Assemble Shawarma: Warm pitas, fill with shredded chicken, top with yogurt sauce and fresh toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.

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