Shawarma Chicken Salad Sandwich

Cooking Time

10 minutes

Prep Time

5 minutes

Serving Size

4 Servings

Turn up your basic chicken salad recipe and try our new Shawarma Chicken Salad Sandwich. Juicy, shawarma-spiced chicken takes on a new twist when combined with tangy Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, green onion, and cucumber. The flavors meld together to create a vibrant and creamy chicken salad filling that is perfect for a hearty and flavorful sandwich. Add a touch more of garlic, lemon, and salt to taste, and enjoy the harmonious blend of Middle Eastern-inspired ingredients in every bite.

CONTAINS:

Dairy, gluten, sesame (use Tahini-free hummus for sesame allergies)

Ingredients

Shawarma Chicken

Skinless, boneless, chicken thighs 1 lb.

Wesson Canola Oil 2 tbsp (divided).

Paprika 1 tsp.

Kosher Salt 1 tsp.

Ground Cinnamon 1/2 tsp.

Ground Allspice 1/2 tsp.

Ground Cumin 1/2 tsp.

Ground Turmeric 1/2 tsp.

Garlic Powder 1/2 tsp.

Ground Cardamom 1/2 tsp.

Freshly Ground Black Pepper 1/2 tsp.

Chicken Salad Dressing

Diced Cucumber 1/2 cup.

Greek Yogurt 1/3 cup.

Green onion, chopped 2 tbsp.

Lemon, zest and juice 1 each.

Salt to taste.

Sandwich

Hummus 1/4 cup (divided).

Rustic Sourdough Bread 8 slices.

Lettuce 8 pieces.

Method

Shawarma Chicken

In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, 1 tbsp of the Wesson Canola Oil, paprika, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cumin, turmeric, garlic, cardamom and pepper. Toss to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes or more (overnight is okay as well).

In a large non-stick skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp of oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove to a plate; cool in refrigerator. When cool, cut chicken into thin slices.

Chicken Salad Dressing

In a medium bowl, combine cucumber, yogurt, onion, lemon zest and juice, and salt. Toss chicken slices with dressing.

Assembly Method

Spread 1 tbsp of hummus on 4 slices of bread. Top with chicken salad, lettuce and top with another slice of bread, and enjoy your Shawarma Chicken Salad Sandwich.