Roasted Syrian Chicken Shawarma
A flavorful and spicy Middle Eastern dish featuring roasted chicken, wrapped in warm pita bread with tangy yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
- ●1 lb Chicken breast
- ●2 tsp Syrian spice blend
- ●2 tbsp Lemon juice
- ●2 cloves Garlic
- ●4 Pita bread
- ●for serving Warm pita bread
- ●1 cup Yogurt
- ●1/2 cup Diced cucumber
- ●1/4 cup Chopped parsley
- ● Salt and pepper
- ●for serving Baked pita chips
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together Syrian spice blend, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breast, making sure to coat all surfaces.
- 4
Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- 5
Warm the pita bread by wrapping it in foil and heating it in the oven for a few minutes.
- 6
To assemble the shawarma, slice the roasted chicken into thin strips and place it on a warmed pita bread.
- 7
Top the chicken with yogurt sauce, diced cucumber, and chopped parsley.
- 8
Serve immediately with baked pita chips on the side.