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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma You’ll Love

Enjoy this Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma, a flavorful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights and is gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Tender and full of flavor.
For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Dairy-free yogurt can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled can be used in a pinch.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; use roasted for milder flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika Smoked paprika for extra depth.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Essential for warm flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Adds earthiness and color.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon For a hint of sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Fresh and crunchy.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Juicy and sweet.
  • 2 cups Lettuce Any leafy variety.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can swap for green onions.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. Coat chicken thighs in marinade and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  2. Slice a medium onion into rings and layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Place marinated chicken on top of the onions, cover, and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours.
  4. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the slow cooker. Stir to blend with juices for 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt, garlic, cucumber, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill.
  6. Warm pitas, fill with shredded chicken, yogurt sauce, cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce, and red onion to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate overnight for the best flavor. Layer onions in the slow cooker to maximize taste.

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