Name: Chicken Doner Kebab
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken thighs; 1 cucumber, sliced; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 head of lettuce, chopped; 1 onion, sliced; 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded; 1 tomato, sliced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp lemon juice; Pickles, for serving; Rice, for serving; ½ tsp black pepper; 2 tsp paprika; 1 ½ tsp salt; 1 tsp ground cumin; ¼ cup olive oil; Flatbreads, for serving; Potato chips, for serving (optional); 1 cup plain yogurt

Description

This Homemade Chicken Shawarma Plate brings bold Middle Eastern flavors to your table with perfectly marinated, spiced chicken thighs, fresh veggies, fluffy rice, and warm flatbreads. Whether served as a plate, wrap, or salad, this protein-packed dish is easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

Meat

2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken thighs

Produce

1 cucumber, sliced
1 tsp garlic powder
1 head of lettuce, chopped
1 onion, sliced
1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
1 tomato, sliced

Canned Goods

2 tbsp tomato paste

Condiments

2 tbsp lemon juice
Pickles, for serving

Pasta & Grains

Rice, for serving

Baking & Spices

½ tsp black pepper
2 tsp paprika
1 ½ tsp salt
1 tsp ground cumin

Oils & Vinegars

¼ cup olive oil

Bread & Baked Goods

Flatbreads, for serving

Snacks

Potato chips, for serving (optional)

Dairy

1 cup plain yogurt

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Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).

2. Cook the Chicken

Heat a large pan or grill over medium-high heat.
Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.

3. Prepare the Sides

Cook rice according to package instructions.
Chop lettuce, cabbage, cucumber, onion, and tomato for toppings.
Warm flatbreads in a dry pan or oven.

4. Assemble the Shawarma Plate

Serve sliced chicken over rice or flatbreads.
Add lettuce, cabbage, cucumber, onion, and tomatoes on the side.
Top with yogurt sauce and pickles.
Serve with potato chips for a crunchy side (optional).

Notes

Spicy Shawarma – Add ½ tsp cayenne pepper to the marinade.
Dairy-Free Option – Skip the yogurt or use a dairy-free alternative.
Low-Carb Version – Serve over a salad instead of rice or flatbread.
Extra Crispy Chicken – Cook on high heat to achieve a nice char.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Middle Eastern