Description
Shawarma-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce is a delightful fusion of Middle Eastern flavors that brings together juicy grilled chicken and a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a casual weeknight meal. The aromatic blend of spices infuses the chicken with bold flavors while the garlic yogurt sauce adds a refreshing touch. Serve it over fluffy couscous, inside warm pita bread, or alongside your favorite salad for a versatile dish that everyone will love.
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
- 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-ounce container 2% Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices; whisk to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt; refrigerate until ready.
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for about 6–8 minutes total until cooked through.
- Allow the chicken to rest before slicing and serve topped with garlic yogurt sauce and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg