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Delicious Chicken Shawarma Wrap with garlic sauce and fresh vegetables in pita bread.

Chicken Shawarma Wrap with Garlic Sauce

This quick and flavorful chicken shawarma wrap packs juicy marinated chicken with tangy garlic sauce and fresh veggies, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Plain Greek yogurt for tenderness
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon juice Fresh is best for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with neutral oil
  • 4 cloves Minced garlic For marinade and sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cumin Spice for flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ground coriander Spice for flavor
  • 1.5 teaspoons Paprika Spice for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Spice for color and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • Black pepper To taste
  • 1.5-2 pounds Sliced chicken thighs or breasts Thighs are recommended for juiciness
  • a pinch Cinnamon and cayenne Optional for warmth and heat
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt For the base of the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Mayo Optional, adds creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice For brightness
  • 2-3 cloves Grated garlic Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For richness
  • a pinch Salt To taste
For the Wrap
  • 4 Flatbreads (Pita, Naan, or Large Tortillas) Warm just before assembling
  • 1 Cucumber Sliced
  • 1 Tomato Sliced
  • 1 Red onion Sliced
  • 1 Lettuce Shredded
  • Pickles Optional for added flavor

Method
 

Marinade Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add a pinch of cinnamon and cayenne if desired.
  3. Toss in sliced chicken, coat well, and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 24 hours in the fridge.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayo, lemon juice, grated garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Mix until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. If a thinner sauce is desired, add a teaspoon of water to achieve desired consistency.
Chicken Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
  2. Cook the chicken in batches until golden and cooked through: about 5 to 6 minutes per side for thighs, and 3 to 4 minutes for thin breast slices.
  3. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
Wrap Assembly
  1. Warm flatbreads in a dry pan or over low heat until soft.
  2. Spread garlic sauce down the center of each wrap, add chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions.
  3. Finish with more sauce and herbs, then wrap snugly.

Notes

Chicken Shawarma Wrap tastes better after a quick rest. Adjust garlic sauce ingredients to personal taste.