Easy Shawarma chicken BBQ recipe, delicious Weber grilled chicken recipe

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Breast is leaner, drumsticks are often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole wheat pita adds fiber.

Prepare the charcoal chimney with ridge charcoal, filling it three-quarters full.

Add pecan and cherry wood chunks around the charcoal once it's ready.

Place the chicken thighs around the perimeter of the grill.

Close the grill lid to maintain temperature, aiming for around 350°F.

Check the internal temperature of the chicken after about 20 minutes; it should be around 145°F to 154°F.

If necessary, adjust the heat by opening the vents and cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Prepare the rice cooker with 5 cups of rice and start it to steam for 15 to 30 minutes.

Boil or blanch the mixed vegetables lightly, seasoning them with herbs.

Once the chicken reaches an internal temperature of about 155°F, remove it from the grill.

Serve the chicken with the herb buttered seasoned rice and mixed vegetables.

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