Easy Chicken Shawarma (Oven or Pan)

Ingredients

For the chicken:

• 1 lb (450 g) chicken thighs or breast, sliced
• 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• Salt & black pepper, to taste

💡 Shawarma gets its signature flavor from a mix of warm spices like cumin, paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon

Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken
   In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices.
   Add the chicken and coat well.
   Let sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).
2. Cook
   • Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes
   • Pan: Cook over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through
3. Slice (if needed)
   Cut into thin strips for that classic shawarma texture.

To Serve (Classic American-friendly version)

• Tahini
• Chopped tomatoes & cucumbers
• Pickles