Delicious Chicken Shawarma: The Flavor of the Orient on Your Plate

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Master Receita Solta

Delicious Chicken Shawarma: The Flavor of the Orient on Your Plate
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time30 min
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEASY
Calories420 kcal

Resumo para quem tem pressa

"The chicken shawarma brings tender breast strips marinated in plain yogurt, olive oil, cumin, paprika, and lemon juice, grilled until golden and wrapped in pita bread with fresh vegetables. It is worth preparing to recreate the most famous Middle Eastern street sandwich with healthy ingredients."

Delicious Chicken Shawarma: The Flavor of the Orient on Your Plate

O Que Você Precisa Saber

- Leave the chicken in the yogurt and spice marinade for at least 30 minutes to soften the fibers and absorb the seasonings. - Brown the chicken breast strips over medium-high heat in the skillet without crowding the pan to create grill marks. - Heat the pita bread slightly in the same hot skillet to make it pliable and easy to fold without tearing.

Ingredients

Main Course

  • 500g of chicken breast cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Pita bread or tortillas
  • Vegetables for side dish (tomato, onion, lettuce)

Instructions

Main Course

1

In a bowl, mix the olive oil, yogurt, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice.

2

Add the chicken strips to the marinade, mixing well and letting it rest for about 30 minutes.

3

Aqueça uma frigideira antiaderente em fogo médio.

4

Place the marinated chicken in the skillet and cook for approximately 5 minutes on each side, or until it is completely cooked and golden.

5

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.

6

Enquanto isso, aqueça levemente o pão pita ou as tortillas na mesma frigideira.

7

Assemble the shawarma by placing the chicken strips on the bread, followed by the vegetables of your choice.

8

Serve hot, accompanied by sauces to taste.

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Chef Tips

- The yogurt in the marinade acts as a natural enzymatic tenderizer, preventing the chicken breast from drying out on the heat. - Cut the chicken into thin, uniform strips so they cook quickly in just 5 minutes on each side. - Spread a spoonful of tahini sauce or garlic paste over the bread before placing the chicken and sliced vegetables.

Variations

- Shawarma with toum garlic paste: prepare the sandwich with the traditional Arabic garlic and oil mayonnaise. - Spicy Shawarma: add half a teaspoon of Syrian pepper or cayenne pepper to the chicken marinade. - Shawarma with pickles and potato: assemble the sandwich with strips of pickled cucumber and shoestring fries in the filling.

Substitutions

- Chicken breast: can be replaced by sliced boneless chicken thighs for an even juicier sandwich. - Pita bread: use traditional pita bread, flour tortillas, or iceberg lettuce leaves for a low carb version. - Whole natural yogurt: use fresh unsweetened curd or fresh heavy cream with a few drops of lemon.

How to Store

Store the cooked chicken strips in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store the vegetables and bread separately to assemble the sandwiches only at the time of eating.

Can You Freeze It?

Raw chicken with the marinade can be frozen in a proper plastic bag for up to 90 days. Thaw in the refrigerator for 12 hours and grill directly in the hot skillet.

What to Serve With

Accompany with Lebanese garlic sauce (toum), tahini paste, pink pickled turnip, and roasted rustic potatoes. A well-chilled Swiss lemonade or apple soda pairs perfectly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is yogurt essential in the shawarma marinade?

The lactic acid and calcium present in the yogurt break down the tough proteins in the meat, leaving the chicken breast moist and very tender.

How to roll the sandwich without the pita bread breaking?

Heat the pita bread for 20 seconds in a hot skillet with a lid or in the microwave to restore elasticity to the dough before filling.

Can I bake the chicken in the oven instead of the skillet?

Yes, spread the strips on a baking sheet and bake at 220 ºC for 15 to 20 minutes, finishing on the grill function to brown the ends.

What is the difference between shawarma and kebab?

Both share spices and origins in the Middle East, but shawarma refers to the method of slicing marinated meats roasted on a rotating spit.

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