Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of a Chicken Shawarma Wrap Sandwich, where marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and enveloped in warm flatbread alongside fresh veggies. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a delightful taste of Middle Eastern cuisine with each mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 4 flatbreads (pita or lavash)
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced (or cherry tomatoes)
- ¼ cup tahini sauce
- For Garlic Sauce: 2 tbsp garlic, minced
- For Garlic Sauce: 2 tbsp lemon juice
- For Garlic Sauce: 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken thighs evenly and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat Your Grill: Heat grill to medium-high.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Prepare Your Wraps: Chop lettuce and dice tomatoes while grilling. Warm flatbreads on the grill for about one minute each side.
- Assemble Your Sandwich: Slice grilled chicken into strips. Place chicken, lettuce, and tomatoes on flatbread and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Roll It Up: Wrap tightly and slice in half if desired. Serve immediately with extra tahini sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (220g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg