Crispy Chicken Shawarma - Recipe photo
    4 servings

    Crispy Chicken Shawarma

    Prep 15 min
    Cook 60 min
    4 servings
    1268 kcal
    S
    Sivan's Kitchen

    You can now make your own shawarma skewer at home, no fancy gadgets needed! This recipe for crispy chicken shawarma lets you enjoy restaurant-style shawarma for dinner.

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    • salt2 tsp
    • black pepper1 tsp
    • garlic cloves(minced)3
    • wooden skewers2
    • large onion(cut in half across the center)1
    • tahini1 cup
    • lemon(juice of)1
    • salt(1–2 tsp)1
    • ice-cold water(~¾ cup as needed)1 cup
    • large onion(sliced)1
    • lemon(juice of)1
    • olive oil(drizzle)1
    • salt1 tsp
    • sumac2 tsp
    • large pita or lavash(split)1
    • pickles(optional)1
    • shawarma drippings1
    • hot pepper paste(or mix + 2 tbsp oil)1 tbsp
    • boneless chicken thighs or breasts(pounded thin)2 lb
    • lemon juice0.25 cup
    • olive oil0.25 cup
    • hot pepper paste(can be subbed for tomato paste)0.25 cup
    • shawarma spice1 tbsp
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