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Albaik Style Chicken Shawarma

Cultural Context

Shawarma is a popular street food in the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia, where it is often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack. Albaik is a well-known fast-food chain in Saudi Arabia that specializes in fried chicken and shawarma, making this style of preparation particularly beloved.

Middle EasternSAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken thighs
4 cloves garlic
1 cup yogurt
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon coriander
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 pieces pita bread
1 large tomato
1 medium cucumber
1 medium onion
1/2 cup tahini sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often cheaper.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is higher in protein, while sour cream is often less expensive.

1

Marinate chicken thighs in yogurt, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.

2

Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.

3

Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess.

4

Grill or roast the chicken until fully cooked and slightly charred, about 15-20 minutes.

5

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.

6

Serve in pita bread with sliced tomato, cucumber, onion, and drizzled tahini sauce.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicing

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

ShawarmaChicken Shawarma

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