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Pulled Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Pulled Chicken Shawarma Sandwich

Cost $18, save $12

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  • 140 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $18

INGREDIENTS

  • Shawarma Spice Mix

    • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
    • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
    • 1 tablespoon sumac
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
    • 2 teaspoons chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
    • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • Chicken Preparation

    • 1 (4 to 5-pound) whole chicken
    • 1 quart water
    • 4 cloves garlic

STEPS

1

Mix kosher salt, ground cumin, sumac, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground black pepper, garlic powder, turmeric, ground cloves, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon in a small bowl.

2

Place whole chicken breast side up in a soup pot and add water, garlic, onions, and half the spice mix.

3

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 1 hour, turning the chicken every 20 minutes.

4

Remove the chicken from the pot, let cool for 30 minutes, then remove the meat and refrigerate.

5

Return the bones and scraps to the pot, rinse the chicken meat bowl with fresh water, and add it to the pot. Simmer for 2 hours.

6

Strain broth and reduce liquid in the pot by half over high heat for 10 to 15 minutes.

7

Shred chicken into 1/2-inch thick strips, stir into reduced broth, and cook over medium heat until the chicken absorbs the sauce, about 10 to 15 minutes.

8

Taste for seasoning and adjust with additional spice mix and salt if needed, then stir in lemon juice.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

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305

Calories

  • 32
    Protein
  • 7
    Carbs
  • 16
    Fats

💡 Use fresh spices for the shawarma mix to enhance flavors.Toast the sandwich rolls before serving for better texture.Pair with fresh toppings like cilantro, red onion, tahini or yogurt sauce.