Chicken Shawarma and Falafel Gyros with Garlic Sauce and Tahini Dressing

Chicken Shawarma and Falafel Gyros with Garlic Sauce and Tahini Dressing is a mouth-watering Middle Eastern dish that combines the flavors of tender chicken shawarma, crispy falafel, and creamy garlic sauce with a tangy tahini dressing. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and is sure to satisfy your cravings for something savory and delicious.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Chicken Shawarma:

- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Falafel:

- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Garlic Sauce:

- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Tahini Dressing:

- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste

To assemble the gyros:

- 4 pita breads
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
To make the chicken shawarma, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
To make the falafel, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the flour. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the falafel and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
To make the garlic sauce, combine the Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
To make the tahini dressing, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
To assemble the gyros, warm the pita breads in the oven or microwave. Spread a spoonful of garlic sauce on each pita bread, then top with chicken shawarma, falafel, red onion, cherry tomatoes, parsley, cilantro, and a drizzle of tahini dressing.
This Chicken Shawarma and Falafel Gyros with Garlic Sauce and Tahini Dressing dish is a perfect combination of savory and tangy flavors that will leave you wanting more. The tender chicken shawarma and crispy falafel are perfectly complemented by the creamy garlic sauce and tangy tahini dressing. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and is sure to satisfy your cravings for something delicious.
Type of dish: Middle Eastern fusion
Main ingredients: Chicken, Falafel, Garlic Sauce, Tahini Dressing