Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma Perfect for Any Night

Enjoy a delightful Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma, packed with bold flavors and effortless cooking, perfect for any night.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 6

Total Time 6 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: DINNER

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
2 tablespoons Olive Oil can use avocado or melted coconut oil
4 cloves Garlic (minced)
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Spices

2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
2 teaspoons Ground Coriander
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika can substitute with regular paprika
1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon optional
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper can omit for milder version

For the Base and Garnishes

1 large Onion (sliced)
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice splash of vinegar can substitute
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (for garnish) can swap with cilantro

For Serving

4 pieces Pita Bread or Rice gluten-free options like wraps or quinoa work too
1/2 cup Yogurt or Tahini Sauce optional but recommended

Equipment

slow cooker

Method

Directions

In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, all spices, and lemon juice.
Place the sliced onion at the bottom of your slow cooker. Top it with the seasoned chicken thighs.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the cooker.
Warm up your pita or prepare rice. Fill with shredded chicken and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken overnight enhances flavors. Avoid opening the slow cooker during cooking for best results.

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