Description
A tasty and satisfying Chicken Shawarma Wrap that’s easy to prepare at home with juicy, flavorful chicken and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
- 3 lb chicken thighs
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1/2 lemon’s juice
- 1 tbsp parsley
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 tbsp sumac
- Lavash
- Garlic sauce
- Harissa
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Pickles
- French fries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the sliced chicken thighs with salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, sugar, tomato paste, and olive oil. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until fully cooked and lightly charred, about 8-12 minutes depending on thickness.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, grated garlic, lemon juice, and parsley until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- In a third bowl, mix sliced red onion with sumac, lemon juice, and parsley. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Warm your lavash or flatbread. Spread a layer of garlic sauce (and harissa if desired), then add lettuce, cooked chicken, sumac onions, pickles, tomatoes, and fries. Roll it up or fold like a gyro.
- Serve warm with extra sauces on the side.
Notes
Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor and customize with additional toppings such as cucumbers or radishes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern