Chicken Shawarma Wrap with Lettuce and Tomato
Chicken Sharwama Wrap with garlic sauce features spiced marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy garlic sauce wrapped in soft pita bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes plus marinating
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes plus marinating
- Yield: 4 wraps 1x
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
¾ cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 large pita breads
For the Garlic Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt to taste
For Assembly:
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup sliced tomatoes
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup sliced cucumber
¼ cup sliced pickles
Instructions
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Whisk yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices.
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Coat chicken in marinade and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
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Cook chicken in skillet over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Rest chicken and slice thinly.
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Mix garlic sauce ingredients until smooth.
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Warm pita bread.
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Spread garlic sauce on bread, add chicken and vegetables.
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Roll tightly and serve.
Notes
Marinate longer for deeper flavor. Assemble just before serving to maintain texture.