Description
Indulge in the vibrant and bold flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with our Chicken Shawarma Wrap with Garlic Sauce. This delightful dish features tender, marinated chicken paired with fresh, crisp vegetables and a creamy garlic sauce, all wrapped in soft pita bread. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s not only a crowd-pleaser but also a customizable meal that caters to your taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this wrap is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 large pita bread or wraps
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- ½ medium cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Mix olive oil and spices in a bowl, add chicken thighs, coat well, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Cook chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare garlic sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice; mix until smooth.
- Assemble wraps: Layer pita with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, sliced chicken, and drizzle garlic sauce.
- Serve immediately; enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg