Shawarma-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Shawarma-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce is a delightful fusion of Middle Eastern flavors that transforms your ordinary chicken dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience. This easy-to-make dish features juicy, marinated chicken breasts infused with a unique blend of spices, then grilled to perfection. Paired with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, it’s perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep. Serve it over fluffy couscous, wrapped in warm pita, or alongside fresh salads for a versatile meal that fits any occasion. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 5 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
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 7-ounce container Greek yogurt
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 1 hour (overnight for best results).
- For the garlic yogurt sauce, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and lemon juice.
- Grill marinated chicken over medium-high heat for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest before slicing and serve topped with garlic yogurt sauce and chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg