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Chicken shawarma wrap filled with grilled marinated chicken, garlic sauce, and fresh vegetables.

Chicken Shawarma Wrap Recipe

Experience the authentic taste of Middle Eastern street food at home. This Chicken Shawarma Wrap features tender, spice-marinated chicken thighs seared to perfection and nestled in a warm flatbread with a signature creamy garlic sauce and a crisp, zesty salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs sliced thin
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 tsp Cumin 1 tsp Coriander, 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1.5 tsp Salt & 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Quick Garlic Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
For Assembly:
  • 4 Large Flatbreads Pita or Naan
  • 2 cups Shredded Lettuce
  • 2 Tomatoes diced
  • 1 Cucumber diced
  • 1/2 Red Onion thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Marinate: Combine chicken, oil, lemon juice, and all spices in a bowl. Marinate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Cook: Heat a skillet over high heat. Add chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for 6-8 minutes until charred and cooked through (165 degrees Fahrenheit internal).
  3. Sauce: Whisk yogurt, mayo, garlic, and lemon juice.
  4. Assemble: Spread sauce on warm bread. Layer chicken and vegetables.
  5. Roll: Roll tightly and serve.

Notes

For the most authentic "rotisserie" texture, use a cast-iron skillet and do not overcrowd the pan. If you have time, marinate the chicken overnight to allow the lemon and spices to deeply tenderize the meat.