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A platter of perfectly grilled chicken shawarma, sliced thin and ready to serve.

Best way to grow perfect Chicken Shawarma 7 minutes

This recipe provides a simple and incredibly fast way to prepare delicious chicken shawarma, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Despite the unusual title, this recipe focuses on a speedy and flavorful "growth" of your shawarma.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp coriander
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For Serving
  • 4 pita bread warm
  • 0.25 cup tahini sauce
  • 1 cup lettuce shredded
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large skillet or frying pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breast into thin strips or small cubes.
  2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Marinating and Cooking
  1. Add the sliced chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
  2. Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken.
Final Steps
  1. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  2. Warm the pita bread according to package instructions.
  3. Serve the chicken shawarma in warm pita bread with tahini sauce, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken for 30 minutes to an hour, though it's not strictly necessary for this quick version. Adjust cayenne pepper to your spice preference.