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Crockpot Chicken Shawarma

Succulent chicken thighs infused with fragrant spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Can be swapped for grapeseed or avocado oil.
  • Juice of 2 lemons

For Serving

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs You can also use chicken breasts, but they may dry out.
  • Pita bread or flatbreads For serving.
  • Toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, tahini, or yogurt sauce

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix well until it’s a smooth blend.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat them evenly. Ensure every piece is generously covered.
  • Carefully transfer the marinated chicken into the crockpot. Make sure to scrape in any leftover marinade.

Cooking

  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.

Finishing Touches

  • Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks.
  • Serve the warm, shredded chicken in pita bread with your choice of toppings.

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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