Name: Chicken Kawarma with Lemon Herb Sauce, Garlic & Shallots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 500 g boneless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 1 tsp salt; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Lemon Herb Sauce:; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, finely minced; 2 medium shallots, finely chopped; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Description

Chicken Kawarma with Lemon Herb Sauce is a flavorful Middle Eastern–inspired dish made with tender spiced chicken and a bright, garlicky lemon herb sauce. It’s quick, aromatic, and perfect for everyday meals or entertaining.

Ingredients

500 g boneless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp lemon juice
Lemon Herb Sauce:
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix chicken with olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice. Marinate for 15 minutes.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add olive oil, then sauté shallots for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add chicken broth and deglaze the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, cilantro, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat. Simmer for 2–3 more minutes.
Remove from heat and serve warm with rice, flatbread, or vegetables.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for more juiciness, or breasts for a leaner option.
Add a pinch of chili flakes for heat.
Substitute parsley or cilantro with fresh mint or dill for variety.
Let the chicken rest before reheating to retain moisture.
Pairs well with grains, salads, or warm pita.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 310
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg