Easy Chicken Shawarma

Step 1

SPICE MIXTURE: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, water, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, coriander, paprika, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne pepper, cardamom, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

Step 2

In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine chicken and SPICE MIXTURE; marinate for at least 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag occasionally. Drain the chicken from the marinade.

Step 3

Preheat grill to medium high heat.

Step 4

Brush chicken with canola oil; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Step 5

Add chicken to grill, and cook, turning occasionally, until chicken is completely cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 10 minutes.

Step 6

Serve immediately with tzatziki sauce.