Homemade Chicken Shawarma Sandwich Delight

  • Prep Time
    20 Mins
  • Cook Time
    30 Mins
  • Total Time
    50 Mins
  • Difficulty
    Moderate
This Chicken Shawarma Sandwich features tender, marinated chicken cooked with veggies, then layered with cheese and a flavorful tomato paste. Toasted pita bread is used to create a crispy, golden sandwich, and it's baked to perfection. A quick, delicious, and satisfying meal! Okay so lets get to the recipe instructions and ingredients now

Ingredients

    Instructions

    1. Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, combine 500g chicken, ½ cup yogurt, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp cumin seeds, ½ tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp chili powder, ½ tsp chili flakes, ½ tsp chaat masala, and ½ tsp oregano.
    • Mix everything thoroughly and let it marinate for 15 minutes.

    2. Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add 1 tbsp chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
    • Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked.

    3. Add Veggies:

    • Once the chicken is cooked, add ½ cup chopped tomatoes, ½ cup chopped capsicum, and ½ cup chopped onions.
    • Stir well and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Turn off the heat and set the mixture aside.

    4. Toast the Bread:

    • Heat ½ tsp oil on a griddle or pan. Toast the Pita/Shawarma bread on both sides until golden brown.

    5. Assemble the Sandwich:

    • Place the toasted bread on a baking dish. Spread 1 tbsp mayonnaise evenly on the first bread.
    • Add the cooked chicken mixture on top, followed by a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
    • Place the second piece of bread on top. Spread 1 tbsp tomato paste on top of the bread and sprinkle with some extra cheese, chili flakes, and oregano.
    • Garnish with capsicum and olives.

    6. Bake:

    • Bake the sandwich in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

    7. Serve:

    • Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chicken Shawarma Sandwich!
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