Slow-Cooked Chicken Shawarma: Tender, Juicy, and Full of Flavour!
Imagine tender, perfectly spiced chicken infused with turkish flavours, slow-cooked to perfection. This Chicken Shawarma recipe is a game-changer for busy days or relaxed weekends.(Shop Fresh, Authentic Seasonings) 🐓✨ Paired with warm flatbreads, fresh veggies, and a drizzle of yoghurt sauce, it’s an irresistible meal that’s as easy as it is delicious. Let’s get cooking! 🌯🔥
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Effortless Cooking: The slow cooker does all the hard work for you. ⏱️
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Authentic Flavours: Made with Baharat Doner Seasoning for a true Turkish taste. 🌿🌟
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Versatile: Perfect in wraps, rice bowls, or served alongside a fresh salad. 🥗🍴
Ingredients
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1.2kg chicken thighs (skinless, boneless)
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2 tbsp Baharat Shawarma Seasoning (Shop Fresh, Authentic Seasonings)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 large onion, sliced
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Juice of 1 lemon
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3 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 cup plain yoghurt
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Salt and pepper, to taste (optional)
For Serving:
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Flatbreads or pita
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Fresh veggies (lettuce, cucumber, tomato)
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Yoghurt or tahini
Instructions
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Prepare the Marinade:
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In a large bowl, mix the Baharat Shawarma Seasoning (Shop Fresh, Authentic Seasonings), minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, yoghurt, salt, and pepper.
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Marinate the Chicken:
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Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavours develop.
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Set Up the Slow Cooker:
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Place the sliced onion at the bottom of the slow cooker.
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Lay the marinated chicken thighs on top.
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Pour any leftover marinade over the chicken.
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Cook the Shawarma:
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Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
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Finish and Serve:
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Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the juices for maximum flavour.
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Serve with warm flatbreads, fresh veggies, and a drizzle of yoghurt or tahini.
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Macros per Serving (without flatbread):
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Calories: 280 kcal
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Protein: 25g
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Carbs: 4g
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Fat: 18g
Pro Tip: For extra crispiness, spread the shredded chicken on a baking tray and broil for a few minutes before serving. 🔥✨
(Shop Fresh, Authentic Seasonings)
Happy cooking and enjoy! 🌯
1 comment
Sue Smithson
Going to make and then freeze this today/ overnight in slow cooker. Could you please let me know how many servings it makes as I need to count calories for an nhs programme atm. Going to be making lots of your recipes in the coming months!! Tia Sue
Going to make and then freeze this today/ overnight in slow cooker. Could you please let me know how many servings it makes as I need to count calories for an nhs programme atm. Going to be making lots of your recipes in the coming months!! Tia Sue