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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma for Weeknight Wins

This Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma is a simple yet flavorful dish, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shawarma
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs tender and juicy
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic freshly minced preferred
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin essential for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander for bright citrus notes
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika provides a smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric adds warmth and color
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar as substitute
  • 1 large red onion sliced

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until smooth.
  2. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade and coat them thoroughly.
  3. Slice the red onion and place it at the bottom of the slow cooker. Layer the marinated chicken on top.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low heat for about 4 hours.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred or slice it to your preference.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 32gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs or extra smoked paprika if desired.

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