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Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Middle Eastern · Non Vegeterian · 1h 25m · 2 servings

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85 mins
~₹120 /serving

Key Ingredients

  • 1 chicken breasts - cut into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoon coriander powder (dhania)
  • 2 tablespoon red chilli powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder (jeera)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper powder
  • + 18 more ingredients — see full list below ↓
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35 mins
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How to Make Chicken Shawarma Recipe at Home

Ingredients (23 items)

  • chicken breasts - cut into thin strips1
  • coriander powder (dhania)2 tablespoon
  • red chilli powder2 tablespoon
  • cumin powder (jeera)1 teaspoon
  • black pepper powder1 teaspoon
  • turmeric powder (haldi)1/4 teaspoon
  • ginger garlic paste1 tablespoon
  • extra virgin olive oil2 tablespoon
  • salt - to taste
  • whole wheat flour2 cup
  • active dry yeast1 tablespoon
  • milk1/2 cup
  • sugar1 tablespoon
  • salt - to taste
  • cucumber - cut into julienne1
  • carrot (gajjar) - cut into julienne1
  • tomato - pulp removed and julienned1
  • chilli vinegar1/4 cup
  • salt1 teaspoon
  • sugar1 teaspoon
  • homemade hummus1 cup
  • tzatziki1 cup
  • onion - chopped1
Prep Time40 min
Cook Time45 min
Total Time1h 25m
Servings2
CourseMain Course
CuisineMiddle Eastern
DietNon Vegeterian
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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    To begin making the Chicken Shawarma Recipe we will first make the Pita bread

  2. 2

    To make the Pita BreadFor the pita bread dough, in a bowl mix together yeast & sugar

  3. 3

    Heat the milk until lukewarm and mix it with yeast and sugar

  4. 4

    Allow this to sit for a while till you notice bubbles rising

  5. 5

    This is when the yeast starts to activate

  6. 6

    Now add flour, salt and water slowly and combine to form a soft dough

  7. 7

    Keep kneading for at least 10 minutes on to a working surface and place it inside a big bowl

  8. 8

    Cover it with a damp cloth and rest the dough in a warm place, allowing it to rise and doubles its size

  9. 9

    Marinade for the chickenIn a mixing bowl, add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, black pepper powder, turmeric powder, ginger-garlic paste and olive oil

  10. 10

    Combine everything well

  11. 11

    Add in the chicken pieces and mix them well till it is nicely coated

  12. 12

    Marinate the chicken pieces for at least 30 minutes

  13. 13

    Meanwhile pickle the cucumber, tomatoes and carrots

  14. 14

    In a separate bowl, add chilli vinegar, salt and sugar and the vegetables

  15. 15

    Keep it aside

  16. 16

    Make the Tzatziki Recipe - A Greek Yogurt Dip and Classic Homemade Hummus Recipe With Lemon And Coriander and keep aside

  17. 17

    Check on the bread dough, knock out the all the air by kneading it once again

  18. 18

    Make small sized dough balls

  19. 19

    Dust some flour on to your surface and with the help of the rolling pin start rolling one of the ball to a circle shaped flat bread

  20. 20

    The bread should not be rolled too thin and it has to big enough to stuff the chicken and roll it up to form a roll

  21. 21

    Heat a flat skillet, on medium flame and cook the rolled out bread on both sides until you see small brown spots

  22. 22

    Do the same for the rest of the dough and keep the bread aside as you move ahead to cook the chicken

  23. 23

    Heat a pan with oil, add chicken pieces and keep turning them over as they are getting cooked and charred on all the side

  24. 24

    This will take about 20 minutes to cook

  25. 25

    Assembling the Chicken ShawarmaTake one square of parchment paper and place one cooked pita bread, and spoon in 2 tablespoons of hummus evenly, and a tablespoon of the tzatziki dip as well

  26. 26

    Place one cucumber, carrot and tomatoes julienne in the middle

  27. 27

    Then place some cooked chicken pieces, add chopped onion and roll it tightly along with the parchment paper and pack both ends of the paper into the roll if you want it as a take away

  28. 28

    Serve the Chicken Shawarma Recipe along with Summer Lettuce Salad Recipe to make it a complete meal for your Sunday lunch

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shawarma

What is Shawarma?+
Chicken Shawarma Recipe is a non vegeterian Middle Eastern main course dish made with chicken breasts - cut into thin strips, coriander powder (dhania), red chilli powder, cumin powder (jeera), and more. It takes about 1h 25m to prepare and serves 2.
How long does it take to cook Shawarma?+
Chicken Shawarma Recipe takes 1h 25m in total — 40 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of cooking. If you prefer not to cook, you can order it via Zomato or Swiggy in about 30–45 minutes.
What ingredients do I need for Shawarma?+
Chicken Shawarma Recipe requires 23 ingredients including chicken breasts - cut into thin strips, coriander powder (dhania), red chilli powder, cumin powder (jeera), black pepper powder, and 18 more. The full ingredient list with quantities is on this page.
Is Shawarma easy to make at home?+
Yes! Chicken Shawarma Recipe can be made at home in 1h 25m following the 28 steps on this page. The full recipe with exact quantities and step-by-step instructions is available above and on the What2Eat recipe page.
Can I order Shawarma online?+
Yes! You can order Shawarma from Zomato or Swiggy. Search for "Shawarma" on either app to find restaurants near you. Delivery typically takes 30–45 minutes depending on your location.