Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
1011 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps
Description
Grilled Chicken Shawarma Wraps begin with chicken breast pieces marinated in olive oil, honey, garlic, lemon juice, and a mixture of Middle Eastern spices including cumin, paprika, coriander, cardamom, oregano, turmeric, and crushed red pepper. Marinating for at least an hour allows the flavors to penetrate and tenderize the chicken. Threaded on skewers, the chicken is grilled over medium-high heat until fully cooked, achieving a slightly crisp exterior with moist interior.
The wraps are assembled on large flatbreads layered with hummus for creaminess, chopped romaine for crunch, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, avocado, thin slices of red onion, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley. A garlic yogurt sauce made with cumin and lemon juice adds a cool, tangy balance that complements the warm spices of the chicken.
These wraps suit casual meals and can be accompanied by side salads or pickled vegetables. The recipe is flexible enough to be made in advance with the chicken marinated ahead, and the garlic yogurt sauce keeps well refrigerated. If preferred, the chicken can be roasted in the oven with a broil finish for a crispy edge.
Ingredients
Grilled Shawarma Chicken
- 1 lb. chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks, boneless skinless; or chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- lemon juice of 1
- skewers for grilling, wooden or metal
Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 2/3 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wraps
- 4-6 large flatbread or naan
- 8 ounces hummus of your favorite
- 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 2 cucumber sliced into thin discs, Persian
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
- Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 8 ounces feta cheese
- parsley fresh, flat-leaf, chopped, Italian
Instructions
- In a large Ziploc bag or glass dish with a tight-fitting lid, combine the chicken breasts with all of the marinade ingredients and shake or stir to coat chicken thoroughly. Marinade in the refrigerator at least 1 and up to 12 hours.
- Once the chicken has marinated, thread chunks of chicken onto skewers. It helps to soak wooden skewers in water for an hour before grilling to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- Heat grill to medium high heat, then grill the marinated chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, rotating periodically, until done and no pink remains on the inside of the chicken.
- Prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by combining all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stirring well. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Assemble each wrap by spreading a couple of tablespoons of hummus on a large piece of naan or flatbread. Top with a handful of chopped Romaine lettuce and grilled chicken shawarma (removed from skewers). Add cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, avocado, and red onion, then drizzle with some garlic yogurt sauce. Sprinkle with feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley, then wrap up and serve.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours for better flavor infusion and tenderness.
- Wooden skewers should be soaked in water for at least an hour before grilling to prevent burning.
- To prepare in the oven, pierce the chicken pieces with a fork before marinating to allow better flavor penetration.
- Roast marinated chicken in a 9x13-inch dish at 425°F for 40-45 minutes and optionally broil for a few minutes to crisp the edges.
- Allow cooked chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juices when serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1011 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1011kcal | 51% |
| Carbohydrates | 85g | 28% |
| Protein | 52g | 104% |
| Fat | 52g | 80% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 135mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 2578mg | 107% |
| Potassium | 1075mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 878IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 461mg | 46% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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