Chicken Shawarma Wrap
Indulge in the savory and aromatic flavors of the Middle East with this Chicken Shawarma Wrap. Tender marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy sauce are all wrapped in a warm pita, making it the perfect meal for lunch or dinner that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons ground paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large pita breads
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, turmeric, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- 2
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 3
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
- 4
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- 5
In a separate bowl, combine yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt to create the sauce.
- 6
Warm the pita breads on the grill for about 1 minute per side.
- 7
To assemble the wraps, place a generous amount of sliced chicken on each pita, followed by shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.
- 8
Drizzle the yogurt-tahini sauce over the top, then wrap the pita tightly around the filling.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Chicken Shawarma Wrap!
Quick Info
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
