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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma: Tender Spices Made Easy

Discover the effortless and flavorful journey of Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma, infused with Middle Eastern spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Juicy and full of flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced into rings
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Essential for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander Optional, omit for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Can substitute with regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Reduce for softer taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg can be used as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for spice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
For Serving
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish
  • 4 pieces Warm Pita Bread Great for serving

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper until well blended.
  2. Slice the onion into rings and layer them at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Lay the chicken thighs on top of the onion layer in the slow cooker. Pour your prepared marinade over the chicken.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker and mix well with the juices and onions.
  6. Serve the Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma warm with Greek yogurt and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use chicken thighs for juiciness. Adjust spices to personal preference.

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