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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Enjoy effortless Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma, a flavorful take-out alternative that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Preferably boneless and skinless
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with regular yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Use fresh for best flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Sweet or smoked
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher or sea salt preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Can omit if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add to taste
For the Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with regular yogurt
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Grated Cucumber Grate finely
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Use same as chicken marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • mixing bowl
  • Zip-Lock Bag

Method
 

Marinade Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, black pepper, salt, turmeric, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes until fully blended and creamy.
  2. Ensure there are no clumps in the marinade for best flavor infusion.
Marinate Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a zip-lock bag and pour the marinade over, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal the bag tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Prepare Slow Cooker
  1. Slice the onion and spread it evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Cook Chicken
  1. Remove the chicken from the bag and lay it on top of the sliced onions. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours until tender.
Shred Chicken
  1. Remove the chicken, shred it with forks, and return it to the slow cooker to soak in the juices for an additional 10 minutes.
Make Yogurt Sauce
  1. Combine yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, cumin, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes in a bowl and mix until smooth.
Assemble Shawarma
  1. Warm pitas and fill each with shredded chicken, yogurt sauce, and fresh veggies. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight and use quality ingredients for maximum flavor.

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