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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

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  • Author: Sandra
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 480
  • Total Time: 505
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Tender, spiced chicken inspired by Middle Eastern street flavors. Slow-cooked thighs marinated in aromatic spices and yogurt deliver juicy, flavorful meat perfect for wraps, bowls, or rice. No-fuss meal ready in 8 hours!


Ingredients

Scale

2 1/23 lbs boneless chicken thighs
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice


Instructions

Pat chicken dry and cut into 1-inch pieces
In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, salt, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, pepper, garlic, and lemon juice
Add chicken to marinade and toss to coat
Transfer to slow cooker and cook on low 6-8 hours until tender
Let rest 10 minutes, then chop into larger pieces or shred with two forks
Serve warmed


Notes

Use boneless thighs for juiciness
Adjust spices to taste (add harissa if desired)
Let chicken rest before slicing for better texture
Store in fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for 3 months
Serve with pita, tahini, pickles, cucumbers, and tomatoes


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approx.)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg