How to Make Chicken Shawarma (Nigerian style)

By Kikifoodies · 45 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally.
2. Add the chicken seasonings to the chicken, mix well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat.
4. Add the chicken in a single layer, without crowding the pan, and cook for a few minutes.
5. Flip and cook until fully done and lightly charred on the edges.
6. Transfer to a plate, rest for 10 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
7. In the same or a clean pan, toast the hot dogs until browned and a little crispy, about 2-4 minutes. Set aside.
8. In a bowl, stir the sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.
9. Thinly slice the cabbage like coleslaw, and shred or julienne the carrot. Add purple cabbage if using.
10. In a large bowl, mix the chopped chicken, vegetables and some of the sauce until creamy, adding more sauce if desired.
11. Open the pita pockets to make two pieces each, or leave them whole if the pita is not fresh.
12. Lay a pita flat, add some filling and one hot dog, fold one side over, tuck in the sides, and roll like a burrito.
13. Place seam-side down in a dry pan, grill pan or sandwich press and toast each side for 1-2 minutes until golden and crisp. Alternatively, air fry at 350°F for 3-5 minutes.
14. Slice in half and serve warm.

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