Description
This Keto Chicken Shawarma is a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic dish, served with a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs with the spice mixture and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- In another bowl, mix together garlic, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and parsley to create the garlic sauce.
- Slice the chicken and serve with garlic sauce.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor.
- Serve with fresh vegetables or lettuce wraps for a complete keto meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg