Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps — smoky, spiced chicken wrapped in soft flatbread with fresh toppings and creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
🐔 Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps
📝 Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 500g (1 lb) boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cayenne or chili powder (adjust to spice preference)
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Garlic Sauce (Toum-style shortcut):
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1–2 garlic cloves, finely grated
- Salt to taste
- Optional: a little olive oil for texture
For Serving:
- Warm flatbreads, pita, or wraps
- Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, onions
- Lettuce or cabbage
- Pickles (especially pickled turnips or gherkins)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
🔥 Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix all marinade ingredients. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight preferred for best flavor).
2. Grill the Chicken:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 4–6 minutes per side, or until nicely charred and cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
3. Prepare the Garlic Sauce:
Whisk together mayo/yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt until creamy. Add a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
4. Assemble the Wraps:
Lay flatbread down, spread garlic sauce, layer chicken, veggies, pickles, and herbs. Drizzle extra sauce if desired.
Roll tightly like a wrap or fold like a sandwich, then optionally grill the wrap briefly to seal and toast.
🍴 Tips & Variations
- Low-carb? Use lettuce leaves instead of wraps.
- Add heat: Drizzle with hot sauce or add sliced jalapeños.
- Meal prep: Grill and slice chicken ahead and reheat in a skillet before serving.
- Want extra richness? Add hummus or tahini sauce to the wrap.