Chicken Shawarma Wrap with Spiced Roasted Chicken
Chicken Shawarma with Garlic Sauce Recipe features warmly spiced marinated chicken served in pita with a creamy, bold garlic sauce and fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes plus marinating
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes plus marinating
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
3 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlic Sauce:
6 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup neutral oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons cold water as needed
For Serving:
4 to 6 pita breads
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced cucumbers
Thinly sliced red onion
Chopped parsley
Instructions
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Whisk marinade ingredients and coat chicken. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
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Cook chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
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Blend garlic and salt, then slowly stream in oil to create sauce. Add lemon juice and water as needed.
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Rest and slice cooked chicken.
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Spread garlic sauce on warm pita, add chicken and vegetables, and serve.
Notes
Marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Grill for added smokiness. Store sauce and chicken separately for leftovers.