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Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps: Easy & Authentic Recipe

Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs Or chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil Divided
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 4 large Flour tortillas Or pita breads
  • 1 cup Shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Tomato Diced
  • 1/2 cup Plain yogurt For the white sauce
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise For the white sauce
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely grated, for the white sauce
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice For the white sauce
  • 1 pinch Salt For the white sauce

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grates with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Grill the marinated chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
  • Warm the flour tortillas or pita breads on the grill for about 30 seconds.
  • Assemble the wraps by spreading a generous spoonful of the creamy garlic sauce down the center of each tortilla.
  • Top with the sliced chicken, shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, and diced tomato.
  • Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and roll tightly to enclose the filling. Serve immediately.