Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a rich blend of spices and slow-cooked to perfection. This easy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, served with warm pita or over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread or cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate chicken thighs in a zip-top bag with the marinade for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Transfer marinated chicken to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and mix with juices.
- Serve with warm pita and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg