Chicken Shawarma Wraps
400kcal
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts for juicy, flavorful meat
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil to keep the chicken moist
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin for warmth and depth
- 2 teaspoons Ground coriander for citrusy undertone
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika to introduce mild smokiness
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric adds color
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon for a sweet hint
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper for added heat
- 1 teaspoon Salt to balance flavors
Wrap
- 4 large Pita breads or flatbreads
- 1 cup Lettuce shredded
- 1 cup Tomatoes diced
- 1/2 cup Cucumber sliced
- 1/4 Red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Pickles (optional)
Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup Plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
Cooking Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice. Stir well until all ingredients meld together.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, coating it thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, place it on a baking sheet or grill, and cook for 20-25 minutes (or 6-7 minutes per side on the grill) until properly cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
- Mix together the yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Lay out the pita or flatbreads for filling.
- Spread a layer of garlic sauce on each wrap.
- Layer on the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, pickles, and sliced chicken.
- Roll the wraps tightly and cut in half if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving1wrapCalories400kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein30gFat15gSaturated Fat3gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat10gCholesterol75mgSodium600mgPotassium800mgFiber5gSugar3gVitamin A10IUVitamin C20mgCalcium5mgIron15mg