Lebanese Chicken Shawarma

Ingredients

• 2 lb chicken breast tenderloins. 

Marinade

• 1/4 cup olive oil 
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon sumac- if available 
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
• 1-2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika 
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into thin strips and set aside. 
2. In a large bowl, add the marinade ingredients : olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, cardamom, paprika, cumin, sumac and cinnamon; and whisk well to combine. 
3. Add the chicken strips into the marinade and stir well until all the chicken are  evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least an hour or up to 24 hours.
4. Place your grill skillet or any heavy based pan on medium high heat, add and the chicken in a single layer (make sure not to overcrowd the pan).
5. Cook on one side for about 5-8 minutes, using a pair of tongs flip the chicken and cook for another 5-8 minutes or until cooked through. 
6. Serve with rice or in a pita with tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, pickles, air fried fries and garlic sauce, mayonnaise or tahini sauce.
7. Enjoy!