Best Chicken Shawarma Recipe

Set out a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, a small mixing bowl, and a measuring cup

Place the chicken thighs in the baking dish. Measure all the spices into the small bowl. Mix well. Then mix the lemon juice and olive oil in the measuring cup

Toss the chicken thighs with a spice mixture making sure to coat well on all sides. Then pour the lemon juice and olive oil over the top of the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but up to 24 hours

When you’re ready to cook, you can choose to either grill the chicken Shawarma or roast it in the oven

Grill Method: Preheat the grill to medium heat, approximately 350°. Grill the chicken thighs for 5 minutes per side. Then allow them to rest for five minutes before slicing

Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Make sure the chicken pieces are in a single layer. Place the baking dish in the oven and roast for 20 minutes. Once out of the oven, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing

To Serve: Slice the cooked chicken thighs into thin pieces. Then serve as wraps on flatbread or naan, with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and tzatziki sauce on top