A delicious taste of the Middle East that can be easily prepared in a loaf pan. This recipe brings together tender and juicy boneless chicken thighs and breasts, marinated in a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and cloves. The chicken is then baked to perfection, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that is bursting with flavors. The sliced chicken is traditionally served in warm pita bread or flatbread, accompanied by toppings such as tomato slices, onion, parsley, or garlic sauce. This recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to experience the authentic flavors of the Middle East in the comfort of their own home.

Ingredients:

• 1 kilogram of boneless, skinless chicken thighs and breasts
• 1/4 cup of olive oil or 2 teaspoons of lamb fat
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon of ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1 teaspoon of ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pita bread or flatbread
• Additional ingredients (such as tomato slices, onion, parsley, or garlic sauce)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper. Mix well to prepare the marinade.
2. Add the chicken to the marinade and toss well to coat the chicken.
3. Place the chicken with the marinade in a baking dish.
4. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) and place the baking dish on the lower rack for 25 minutes.
5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips.
6. Heat the pita bread or flatbread on the grill or in the oven.
7. Assemble the chicken shawarma by placing the chicken slices on the heated bread and adding desired additional ingredients.
8. Wrap the bread tightly and secure it with aluminum foil or parchment paper if needed.
9. Serve the delicious chicken shawarma and enjoy!

Note: I prefer using a combination of chicken breasts and thighs (to make it more tender and flavorful).