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    Chicken Shawarma Wrap

    Published: Jun 30, 2022 · Modified: Sep 13, 2022 by Carolyn Hetke · This post may contain affiliate links,

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    This versatile Chicken Shawarma Wrap may become your best friend this summer! Whether it is a simple supper or easy entertaining - this will fit the bill.

    3 stacked spicy, grilled chicken wrap with tomato, red onion and yogurt sauce.

    Quick and easy and full of flavour! You can grill it indoors or on the BBQ!

    Buy some Naan or flatbreads or make your own. Add a bit of cooling Tzatziki -like sauce and you have a stick to your ribs sandwich!

    Stack of no yeast flatbreads on a platter
    No yeast flat bread

    The spices on the chicken are flavourful without being overpowering. I like them so much I have marinated pork loin in it as well and it is just as good. I have not tried beef but I think it would work equally as well.

    The recipe is very versatile. You can make the marinade as hot as you like by increasing the cayenne pepper. You can make the sauce as garlicky as you like by increasing the garlic cloves.

    Add the toppings you like. Tomato chunks have a nice, juicy cooling effect. Red onion adds a bit of bite.

    Grilled chicken sliced beside flat beads with tomatoes and onions in background.

    These wraps are perfect for easy entertaining. You can prep everything well ahead. It only takes a few minutes to grill. Guests can customize their own wraps with chicken hot off the grill. There is so much flavour here it is hard to believe it is so easy.

    For another easy but flavourful wrap filling check out this Spanish Pork Pimentón (fancy for smoked paprika!). And the extra garlicky sauce gives it extra kick!

    Grilled pork skewers with red smoke paprika seasoning.

    Wine Pairing for Chicken Shawarma Wraps

    The spices here are sturdy so you will want a robust wine. This is a great time to pair an oaked Chardonnay or Chenin Blanc. A white Rhone blend would also work.

    On the red spectrum - stay away from heavy tannins or the spice may seem hotter and perhaps bitter. Look for a Rhone blend, a Ripasso or a young tempranillo.

    3 stacked spicy, grilled chicken wrap with tomato, red onion and yogurt sauce.

    Chicken Shawarma Wrap

    Lots of spicy flavour, with cooling garlicky sauce in a warm wrap. A simple, satisfying lunch or main.
    Author: Carolyn Hetke

    If you tried this, or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know it went in the 📝 comments below!

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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Middle Eastern
    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 16 minutes mins
    Resting time: 3 hours hrs
    Total Time: 3 hours hrs 26 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 wraps

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs skinless boneless chicken thighs or breasts both work

    Marinade

    • 1 large clove garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 1 tablespoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon cardamom
    • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper increase if you want pronounded heat
    • 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 2 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 Tbsps lemon juice
    • 3 Tbsps olive oil

    Flat bread

    • 6 flatbreads of choice (home made flat bread) Naan, pitas, home made flat bread

    Yogurt Sauce

    • 1 cup Greek yogurt
    • 1 clove garlic minced (increase to 2 if you want it really garlicky)
    • 1 teaspoon cumin optional
    • squeeze of fresh lemon juice
    • ¼q teaspoon salt

    Optional Additions for Serving

    • red onion slices
    • black olive slices
    • tomato chunks
    • hot sauce

    Instructions

    • Combine all marinade ingredients. Slather liberally over all surfaces of chicken and refrigerate at least a couple of hours and up to 48 hours. See Note 1.
    • Combine all ingredients for the Yogurt Sauce and refrigerate.
    • When ready to cook, heat BBQ or broiler. Cook chicken breast 5 minutes on first side, flip and cook 4-5 minutes on second side. Internal temperature should reach 165°. If cooking cubes on skewers cook about 4 minutes per side. Ensure cubes allow air to circulate between cubes.
    • Allow cooked chicken to rest 5 minutes covered. Slice chicken or remove cubes from skewer. Warm flat bread and divide chicken evenly among flat breads. Add the toppings you want and drizzle with sauce. Wrap the flat bread in parchment paper or a sturdy napkin to catch drips and help the wrap keep its shape.

    Notes

    Note 1:  If you want to grill the chicken in kebab format, cube the chicken in to 1 ½ " cubes and then toss in the marinade.   Skewer 4-5 cubes per stick and grill 3-4 minutes per side.  Do not press cubes too tightly together so the heat can circulate on all sides of the cubes.
    Nutrition does not include optional additions.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1236mg | Potassium: 531mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 523IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. RALPH HETKE

      July 14, 2022 at 8:03 am

      5 stars
      This was a winner!

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