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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma That's Bursting with Flavor

This Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma is an effortlessly delicious dish that's packed with Middle Eastern flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional
For the Acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Or lime juice
For the Sweetness
  • 1 medium Red Onion Sliced

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl with the marinade, ensuring that each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Slice the red onion into thin rings and spread them evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on top of the onions and cover the slow cooker.
  5. Cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken is tender.
  6. Remove the chicken, shred or slice it into bite-sized pieces, and enjoy.
  7. Serve in warm pita or flatbread with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Customize with various toppings for a personal twist.

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