This juicy, tender Turkish-inspired grilled chicken is wonderful on its own, in wraps, sliced thin in sandwiches and it's super delicious in salads.
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Middle Eastern, Turkish
Keyword
Grilled Chicken Shawarma, Turkish Chicken
Prep Time15minutes
Cook Time20minutes
Marinating time4hours
Total Time35minutes
Servings6
Calories260kcal
AuthorChris Scheuer
Ingredients
For the chicken:
2poundsboneless, skinless chicken thighs
For the wet rub:
1 ½tablespoonsdark brown sugar
1tablespoonground coriander
2teaspoonsground cumin
2teaspoonskosher salt
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspoonsmoked paprika
1teaspoonground turmeric
½teaspoonground black pepper
¼teaspooncinnamon
½teaspoonchili powder
5medium cloves finely minced fresh garlic
1teaspoonfinely minced fresh ginger
3tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Line a sheet pan with foil or plastic wrap for easy cleanup. Lay chicken out on prepared pan.
Combine all rub ingredients in a medium-size bowl. Stir well to make a wet paste.
With your hands, coat the chicken on all sides with the rub, cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
Prepare a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat. Oil grill grates to prevent sticking.
Grill until all sides are golden, charred with nice grill marks. Turn every couple minutes, about 8-10 minutes per side. Internal temperature should be 165˚F.
Enjoy with Turkish Flatbread and/or Turkish Tomato Cucumber Salad!
Recipe Notes
See Café Tips above for additional instructions and tips.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Chicken Shwarma
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 143mg48%
Sodium 915mg40%
Potassium 413mg12%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 0g0%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 280IU6%
Vitamin C 1.9mg2%
Calcium 26mg3%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.