![['A close-up view of juicy chicken shawarma in a pita with fresh vegetables.', 'Side view of a Chicken Shawarma wrap filled with sliced chicken and colorful toppings.', 'Close-up of succulent chicken shawarma garnished with vegetables and garlic sauce.', 'Detail shot of Chicken Shawarma presented in pita with vibrant veggies.']](https://chickenrecipeworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/chicken-shawarma-recipe_1_U1-1.webp)
Chicken Shawarma Recipe
Enjoy flavorful homemade chicken shawarma with tender slices of seasoned chicken, served with traditional accompaniments.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
For Serving
- Toum (for serving)
- Vegetables (for serving)
- Arabic-style pita (for serving)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry. Mix oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices, and red pepper. Toss chicken in marinade. Marinate up to 24 hours if desired.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken in a single layer for 8 minutes, flip, then cook 4-7 more minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Serve the chicken with Toum, vegetables, and pita as desired.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for more flavor, and serve with fresh vegetables and pita for a complete meal.