SHAWARMA DJAJ -- CHICKEN SHAWARMA (LEBANON -- MIDDLE EAST)

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This recipe comes from the 2002 cookbook, Mediterranean Street Food. Preparation time does not include the 3 hours needed for the chicken breasts to marinate.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced
1 lemon, juice of
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (a 'scant' 1/2 cup)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
4 pita bread, oval
4 tablespoons garlic sauce (see Thum -- Garlic Sauce (Lebanon -- Middle East) #373997)
2 small tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
4 gherkins, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons mint, finely chopped
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts with 1/2 cup of onion, lemon juice, olive oil & spices, then add the thyme before adding the salt to taste.
  • Stir well & then let marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for about 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then place chicken breasts in a roasting pan & bake for 25-30 minutes or until done.
  • Remove from the oven & shred the chicken into slivers.
  • Open oval pitas at the seam to create a large pocket, then spread a tablespoon of garlic sauce on the bottom half before filling each pits with equal amounts of sandwich ingredients (i.e. chicken, tomato, onion, gherkins, mint & parsley).
  • Wrap the bottom of the 'sandwiches' with a napkin & serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.7, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 34.2, Sodium 1272.8, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 5.9, Protein 20.7

Dalia Giron
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This is my go-to shawarma recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing.


Abdul akbar Abdul akbar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to make shawarma at home. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the flavors are amazing.


Maida K
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This shawarma recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious and authentic Middle Eastern meal at home. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the tahini sauce is the perfect finishing touch.


Ismail Korai
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves shawarma.


skillz sokie
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This is the best shawarma recipe I've ever tried. The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the flavors are incredible. I will definitely be making this again and again.


sk3chyy
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the tahini sauce was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Victoria Minor
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This shawarma recipe is amazing! I followed the directions exactly and it turned out perfect. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the flavors were incredible.


Hector Smith
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The chicken was incredibly tender and juicy, and the flavors were out of this world.


Wassay King
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so flavorful and the tahini sauce is the perfect complement.


Muhammad Ali
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I've tried a lot of shawarma recipes, but this is the best one I've found. The spices are just right and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Involve Absolve
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This is my favorite shawarma recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Jasmine roblox channel
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the flavors were amazing.


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