Juicy Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma – Easy Homemade Recipe
This juicy slow cooker chicken shawarma is a hands-off recipe that delivers bold Middle Eastern flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well coated. Use tongs to turn the chicken if needed.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks or leave it whole if preferred. Stir gently to coat the pieces in the flavorful juices.
- Serve warm in pita bread, over rice, or in shawarma bowls with your favorite toppings like cucumber, tomato, and tahini sauce.
Notes
For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. If the marinade looks too thin after cooking, simmer it in a pan to concentrate the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 30
Keywords: Chicken Shawarma, Slow Cooker Recipe, Middle Eastern Cuisine, Easy Dinner, Meal Prep