Description
Smoky, tangy, spice-packed chicken thighs marinated in a rich Middle Eastern-inspired blend—perfect for pitas, salads, and meal prep.
Ingredients
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and all spices. Stir until smooth.
2. Add chicken thighs and mix until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 425°F or heat grill to medium-high.
4. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a rack over it. Arrange chicken in a single layer.
5. Roast for 25-30 minutes or grill for 6–8 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F.
6. Let chicken rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly for serving.
7. (Optional) Broil or pan-fry briefly for extra crispy edges.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate overnight.
Great with garlic tahini sauce, hummus, or wrapped in pita.
Store leftovers up to 4 days—perfect for rice bowls or salads.
Chicken breasts can be used, but thighs are juicier and more flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven or Grill
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: shawarma, chicken, Mediterranean, spicy, grilled