Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Shawarma-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a dish that effortlessly brings the essence of Mediterranean street food to your dining table. This recipe features succulent grilled chicken marinated in aromatic spices, complemented by a creamy garlic yogurt sauce that adds a delightful tang. Ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering—this versatile dish can be served over fluffy couscous, wrapped in warm pita, or alongside fragrant rice pilaf.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 5 garlic cloves (3 for marinade, 2 for yogurt sauce)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon curry powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 7 ounces Greek yogurt (2%)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness and place them in a Ziploc bag.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices to create the marinade.
- Pour marinade into the bag with chicken; refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- For the sauce, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and lemon juice; refrigerate until ready.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and grill chicken for about 6–7 minutes total until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest before slicing and serve topped with garlic yogurt sauce and parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg