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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma: Flavorful Comfort Made Easy

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma is a flavorful and tender dish that delivers a taste of the Mediterranean, perfect for hectic weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs skinless and boneless
  • 1 medium Onion sliced
For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika smoked if preferred
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Grated Cucumber
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, salt, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, and red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
  2. Take the chicken thighs and place them into a ziplock bag or a shallow dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  3. Slice the onion and layer the rings evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and place the thighs on top of the onions in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.
  5. Once done, carefully remove the chicken thighs and shred them into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken back into the warm slow cooker.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, cumin, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until smooth.
  7. To serve, warm your pita, layer the shredded chicken, add toppings, and drizzle the yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for best flavor. Can be served in pita, over rice, or in a salad.

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