Grilled Chicken Shwarma
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Marinating time
4 hrs
Total Time
35 mins
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
Servings: 6
Calories: 260 kcal
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
For the wet rub:
- 1 ½ tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 5 medium cloves finely minced fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
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Line a sheet pan with foil or plastic wrap for easy cleanup. Lay chicken out on prepared pan.
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Combine all rub ingredients in a medium-size bowl. Stir well to make a wet paste.
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With your hands, coat the chicken on all sides with the rub, cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-4 hours.
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Prepare a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat. Oil grill grates to prevent sticking.
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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.
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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 260
Calories 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.