Description
This Chicken Shawarma Wrap is packed with bold Middle Eastern flavors, featuring marinated and spiced chicken wrapped in a warm pita with fresh veggies and a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s a homemade take on a takeout favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pita bread or flatbread, for serving
- Shredded lettuce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onion
- Dill pickles (optional)
- Garlic sauce or tahini sauce, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and all spices to make the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator for best flavor.
- Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and nicely charred.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
- Warm the pita or flatbread, then assemble the wraps by layering lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, sliced chicken, and a drizzle of garlic sauce or tahini.
- Wrap tightly and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chicken thighs are preferred for juiciness, but chicken breast can be used.
- Marinating overnight gives the best flavor.
- You can grill, pan-fry, or bake the chicken depending on preference.
- Customize your wrap with your favorite toppings or sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled or Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
