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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma Your New Weeknight Favorite

Discover the flavors of Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma, easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium Onion sliced
For the Marinade
  • cup Plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 2 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Ground turmeric
  • ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Red pepper flakes optional
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Additional Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Grated cucumber
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper
  • tsp Red pepper flakes
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Pitas warm

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and spices. Place chicken thighs in a ziplock bag with marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. Slice the onion and spread it evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer marinated chicken on top without crowding.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours until chicken shreds easily.
  4. Carefully remove chicken and shred into bite-sized pieces. Return to slow cooker to soak up juices for 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare yogurt sauce by mixing additional Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, cumin, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Chill before serving.
  6. Warm pitas and fill with shredded chicken. Drizzle yogurt sauce on top and add fresh toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for the best flavor. Ensure proper cooking space in the slow cooker for tenderness.

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