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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

This Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma transforms tender, marinated chicken into a comforting weeknight dinner full of flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Chicken breasts can be used for a leaner option.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is best, but garlic powder works.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin Essential for shawarma.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Coriander Fresh ground is ideal for enhanced taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric No direct substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Opt for Ceylon cinnamon for its delicate flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 each Juice of 1 Lemon Vinegar can be an alternative.
For the Cooking Base
  • 1 large Onion (sliced) Shallots can serve as a milder substitute.
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped for garnish) Cilantro can also be used.
  • 4 each Pita Bread or Rice Gluten-free wraps or quinoa are great alternatives.
  • 1 cup Yogurt or Tahini Sauce (for serving) Dairy-free alternatives are available.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and the juice of one lemon. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Slice one large onion and place it at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  3. Arrange the boneless skinless chicken thighs on top of the sliced onion.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are thoroughly covered.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken thighs and shred the meat with two forks.
  7. Serve the shredded chicken in warm pita bread or over rice, garnished with chopped parsley and drizzled with yogurt or tahini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking for even results.

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