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Chicken Shawarma with Yogurt Sauce
Yields2 Servings
Prep Time35 minsCook Time1 hr 50 minsTotal Time2 hrs 25 mins
 ¾ cup whole-milk plain yogurt, divided
 1 small yellow onion, grated
 2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
 3 cloves garlic, pressed or finely grated, divided
 2 teaspoons ground coriander
 Cilantro 0.5 oz
 2 teaspoons ground cumin
 1 teaspoon ground allspice
 1 teaspoon ground pepper
 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
 ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
 ½ cup finely chopped seeded cucumber
 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, cilantro and/or parsley
 3 whole-wheat lavash, halved
 Lettuce leaves & sliced tomato for serving
1

Combine ¼ cup yogurt, onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, coriander, cumin, allspice, pepper, ¾ teaspoon salt and turmeric in a large bowl. Add chicken and rub the yogurt mixture into it. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 3 hours.

3

Position racks in upper third and center of oven; preheat to 450°F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

5

Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet; discard any remaining marinade. Roast on the center rack until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165°F, about 20 minutes. Move the baking sheet to the top rack and turn the broiler to high. Broil until browned in spots, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and let rest for 3 minutes. Thinly slice.

7

Meanwhile, combine the remaining ½ cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, ¼ teaspoon salt, cucumber and herbs in a small bowl. Divide the chicken among lavash halves. Serve with the yogurt sauce and lettuce and tomato, if desired.

Source: Eating Well

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 6 servings

Servings 2


Amount Per Serving
Calories 341
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 143mg48%
Sodium 560mg24%
Potassium 390mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 27g9%
Dietary Fiber 5g20%
Sugars 4g
Protein 32g64%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Ingredients

 ¾ cup whole-milk plain yogurt, divided
 1 small yellow onion, grated
 2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
 3 cloves garlic, pressed or finely grated, divided
 2 teaspoons ground coriander
 Cilantro 0.5 oz
 2 teaspoons ground cumin
 1 teaspoon ground allspice
 1 teaspoon ground pepper
 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
 ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
 ½ cup finely chopped seeded cucumber
 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, cilantro and/or parsley
 3 whole-wheat lavash, halved
 Lettuce leaves & sliced tomato for serving

Directions

1

Combine ¼ cup yogurt, onion, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, coriander, cumin, allspice, pepper, ¾ teaspoon salt and turmeric in a large bowl. Add chicken and rub the yogurt mixture into it. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 3 hours.

3

Position racks in upper third and center of oven; preheat to 450°F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

5

Arrange the chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet; discard any remaining marinade. Roast on the center rack until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 165°F, about 20 minutes. Move the baking sheet to the top rack and turn the broiler to high. Broil until browned in spots, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and let rest for 3 minutes. Thinly slice.

7

Meanwhile, combine the remaining ½ cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, ¼ teaspoon salt, cucumber and herbs in a small bowl. Divide the chicken among lavash halves. Serve with the yogurt sauce and lettuce and tomato, if desired.

Chicken Shawarma with Yogurt Sauce

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