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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma Recipe
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If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying meal, this Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma Recipe is your answer! With tender, marinated chicken thighs simmering to perfection in your slow cooker, this dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Infused with a blend of aromatic spices and served with warm pitas and fresh veggies, it’s ideal for family dinners or casual get-togethers. The best part? You can prep everything in just a few minutes and let the slow cooker do the work while you go about your day. Gather around the table for a mouthwatering meal that brings everyone together!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (for sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (for sauce, minced)
  • 2 tablespoons cucumber (for sauce, grated)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for sauce)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (for sauce)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
  • ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes (for sauce)
  • Pitas
  • Lettuce
  • Red onion
  • Cucumbers
  • Tomatoes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and spices to create the marinade.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a ziplock bag with the marinade; seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Slice onions and layer them at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Add marinated chicken on top of onions; cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 4-6 hours until tender.
  5. Shred the chicken with forks and return it to the slow cooker to soak up juices.
  6. Prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt with garlic, cucumber, cumin, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Serve shredded chicken in warm pitas topped with yogurt sauce and fresh vegetables.

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