Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with Shawarma-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce. This mouthwatering dish takes inspiration from traditional Turkish street food, featuring tender grilled chicken marinated in a fragrant blend of spices. Paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, it’s perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings alike. The versatility of this recipe allows you to serve it over fluffy couscous, in warm pita bread, or alongside a fresh salad, making it a delightful addition to any meal. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll impress your guests with delicious flavors that are both bold and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Juice from 1 medium lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 7-ounce container Greek yogurt
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and place in a Ziploc bag.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices in a bowl; pour over chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare garlic yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl; refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat grill and cook marinated chicken for about 6–8 minutes total until cooked through.
- Let rest before slicing and serve topped with garlic yogurt sauce and garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg