Shawarma Sandwich-Pizza Sandwich By Recipes of the World

### **🌯 Shawarma Sandwich & Pizza Sandwich Recipe – Best of Both Worlds! 🍕**

This **Shawarma Sandwich-Pizza Sandwich** is a delicious fusion of Middle Eastern and Italian flavors! It combines the juicy, spiced chicken of a shawarma with the cheesy, crispy goodness of a pizza sandwich. Perfect for a quick snack or meal!

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### **🛒 Ingredients:**

#### **For Shawarma Chicken:**
- **2 chicken breasts** (thinly sliced)
- **2 tbsp yogurt**
- **1 tbsp lemon juice**
- **1 tbsp olive oil**
- **1 tsp garlic paste**
- **1 tsp cumin powder**
- **1 tsp paprika**
- **½ tsp turmeric**
- **½ tsp black pepper**
- **½ tsp salt**

#### **For the Sandwich:**
- **4 bread slices (or pita bread for a traditional touch)**
- **2 tbsp mayonnaise**
- **2 tbsp garlic sauce or hummus**
- **½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese**
- **½ cup shredded cheddar cheese**
- **½ cup bell peppers (sliced)**
- **½ cup onions (sliced)**
- **½ cup tomatoes (chopped)**
- **2 tbsp black olives (sliced, optional)**

#### **For Topping:**
- **½ tsp oregano**
- **½ tsp chili flakes**
- **Butter (for grilling)**

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### **🔪 Instructions:**

#### **1️⃣ Prepare the Shawarma Chicken:**
1. In a bowl, mix **yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic paste, and spices**.
2. Add **chicken slices** and coat well. Marinate for at least **30 minutes**.
3. Heat a pan with **a little oil** and cook the chicken on **medium heat for 5-7 minutes**, until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.

#### **2️⃣ Assemble the Sandwich:**
1. Spread **mayonnaise and garlic sauce** on bread slices.
2. Layer with **shawarma chicken, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, olives, and both cheeses**.
3. Sprinkle **oregano and chili flakes** on top.
4. Cover with another slice of bread.

#### **3️⃣ Cook the Sandwich:**
**Method 1: Stovetop**
- Heat a **pan or tawa** on low-medium heat.
- Spread **butter** on both sides of the sandwich.
- Cook for **2-3 minutes per side**, pressing lightly, until golden brown and crispy.

**Method 2: Sandwich Maker or Grill**
- Preheat and grill until the cheese melts and the bread is crispy.

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### **🥙 Serve & Enjoy!**
- Slice the sandwich in half and serve hot with **garlic mayo, ketchup, or chili sauce**.
- Pair with **French fries or coleslaw** for a complete meal!

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### **🔥 Pro Tips:**
✔ **For an extra pizza flavor**, add **pizza sauce** before layering the chicken.
✔ **Want it crispier?** Use **pita or naan bread** instead of regular bread.
✔ **Try a spicy version** by adding **hot sauce** to the marinade!

Would you like any variations, like a vegetarian version? 😊