Component recipe for Chicken Shawarma Nachos:
For the Chicken:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Nachos:
tortilla chips
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or coriander
Tzatziki sauce or garlic sauce, for drizzling
Instruction recipe for Chicken Shawarma Nachos:
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic powder, turmeric, salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix well to make the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat them evenly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken thighs for about 6-8 minutes per side or until they are cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let them rest for a few minutes. Then cut the chicken into thin pieces.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place tortilla chips in a single layer on a baking sheet
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over tortilla chips.
- Spread shredded chicken on top of the cheese layer.
- Scatter the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions over the chicken.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the nachos are heated through.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or coriander over the top.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce or garlic sauce for extra flavor.
Serve Chicken Shawarma Nachos as a delicious appetizer or as a delicious snack for parties, game nights, or gatherings.
Enjoy the combination of tender grilled chicken, melted cheese and fresh toppings for a delicious twist on classic nachos!
