Best 4 Chicken Shawarma Wrap Recipes

Chicken shawarma is a Levantine dish consisting of meat cut into thin slices, stacked in a cone-like shape, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical rotisserie or spit. Chicken shawarma is typically served with tahini, hummus, and pickled turnips. The meat is usually marinated in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and various spices, then grilled until crispy and flavorful. You can cook chicken shawarma wraps at home with a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN SHAWARMA (MIDDLE EASTERN)

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Recipe video above. The smell when this is cooking is outrageous! The marinade is very quick to prepare and the chicken can be frozen in the marinade, then defrosted prior to cooking. Best cooked on the outdoor grill / BBQ, but I usually make it on the stove. Serve with Yogurt Sauce (provided) or the Tahini sauce in this recipe. Add a simple salad and flatbread laid out on a large platter, then let everyone make their own wraps!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories Chicken

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

1 kg / 2 lb chicken thigh fillets (, skinless and boneless (Note 3))
1 large garlic clove (, minced (or 2 small cloves))
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground cardamon
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper ((reduce to 1/2 tsp to make it not spicy))
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp salt
Black pepper
2 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
1 cup Greek yoghurt
1 clove garlic (, crushed)
1 tsp cumin
Squeeze of lemon juice
Salt and pepper
4 - 5 flatbreads ((Lebanese or pita bread orhomemade soft flatbreads))
Sliced lettuce ((cos or iceberg))
Tomato slices
Red onion (, finely sliced)
Cheese (, shredded (optional))
Hot sauce of choice ((optional))

Steps:

Marinade chicken - Combine the marinade ingredients in a large ziplock bag. Add the chicken, seal, the massage from the outside with your hands to make sure each piece is coated. Marinate 24 hours (minimum 3 hours).
Yogurt Sauce - Combine the Yogurt Sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix. Cover and put in the fridge until required (it will last for 3 days in the fridge).
Preheat stove or BBQ - Heat a large non-stick skillet with 1 tablespoon over medium high heat, or lightly brush a BBQ hotplate/grills with oil and heat to medium high. (See notes for baking)
Cook chicken - Place chicken in the skillet or on the grill and cook the first side for 4 to 5 minutes until nicely charred. Turn and cook the other side for 3 to 4 minutes (the 2nd side takes less time).
Rest - Remove chicken from the grill and cover loosely with foil. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 183 g, Calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Protein 32.9 g, Fat 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 918 mg, UnsaturatedFat 13 g

CHICKEN SHAWARMA WRAPS

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Lightly spiced and well-seasoned chicken pieces tucked in with a cool and creamy yogurt sauce and lots of fresh veggies, wrapped up in your preferred bread - pita, naan, or flatbread. This makes a wonderful quick lunch or light dinner!

Provided by Rebekah Rose Hills

Time 4h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 pound skinned, boned chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
½ teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon bottled minced garlic
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
½ head romaine lettuce, shredded
1 cucumber, diced
2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
4 (6 inch) pita bread rounds

Steps:

Combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cinnamon, oregano, salt, nutmeg, and cloves in a plastic container or resealable bag. Add chicken strips and shake until ingredients are evenly combined and chicken is well coated. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to overnight.
When you are ready to make the sandwiches, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add marinated chicken, and sear until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the centers, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of the chicken pieces.
While the chicken is cooking, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl or small resealable container, stir well to blend. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
Once chicken is cooked and sauce is prepared, assemble sandwiches by dividing meat, lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes between your pita. Add a generous smear of the yogurt sauce (to your taste preference).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.5 calories, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 881.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

CHICKEN SHAWARMA WRAP

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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 14h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 lemons, zested and juiced
Kosher salt
6 skin-on, boneless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar or white balsamic vinegar
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 English cucumber, diced
1 lemon, juiced
1/2 small red onion, minced
Handful fresh curly parsley leaves, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup tahini paste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt
4 large flour tortillas, slightly griddled until soft
1 head romaine, shredded
Pickled whole Middle Eastern peppers, for serving

Steps:

For the shawarma: Whisk together the oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, allspice, chili powder, cinnamon, garlic, lemon zest and juice and 2 teaspoons salt in a container until combined. Add the chicken, cover and marinate, refrigerated, for 12 to 14 hours.
For the tomato-cucumber relish: Mix together the oil, vinegar, tomatoes, cucumbers, lemon juice, onion, parsley and some salt and pepper in a bowl.
For the tahini sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the tahini, oil, lemon juice and 1/4 cup water. Season with salt.
Prepare a grill for medium heat and oil the grill grates.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, sprinkle with salt and place on the hot grill. Grill skin-side down until the skin starts to brown and crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Flip and grill the other side for another 4 to 6 minutes. Flip again and grill until the skin is super crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F, about 5 minutes more. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into 1/4-inch pieces.
For the wrap build: First, spread tahini sauce on the tortillas, then top with shredded romaine, then the relish, then the chopped chicken. Add some pickled peppers, roll up tight and eat!

GRILLED CHICKEN SHAWARMA WRAPS WITH RAITA

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Chicken thighs grilled with shawarma seasonings are sliced and wrapped in naan, or flatbread of your choice, with a delicious raita and sandwich toppings. Serve these wrap-style sandwiches for a hearty lunch, or for dinner with some sauteed vegetables.

Provided by Bibi

Categories Sandwich Wraps and Roll-Ups

Time 2h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 23

Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ medium lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 (5.3 ounce) container plain Greek yogurt
½ cup peeled, shredded cucumber, drained
2 tablespoons shredded yellow onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
2 (8.8 ounce) packages naan breads (2 per package), warmed
2 cups shredded lettuce
4 thin slices red onion, separated into rings
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced

Steps:

At least 2 hours ahead, or up to 8 hours ahead, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, pepper flakes, turmeric, salt, pepper, and cinnamon in a bowl. Stir ingredients well and add chicken pieces. Cover and refrigerate. Stir chicken pieces and marinade about every 2 hours.
About 30 minutes prior to grilling, make the raita by mixing yogurt, cucumber, onion, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to make the wraps.
Preheat an outdoor gas grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Place chicken pieces in a single layer onto the oiled grate, and grill until no longer pink in the center, the juices run clear, and both sides are brown, 6 to 8 minutes per side. Timing will depend on the thickness of the chicken thighs and the distance of the grates to the heat. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Place grilled chicken on a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil. Allow chicken to rest 5 to 10 minutes, then cut into thin slices.
To assemble the wraps, divide ingredients evenly: Place chicken slices in the center of each naan bread. Top with shredded lettuce, onion rings, and tomato slices; spoon raita on top.
Wrap each naan around the sandwich ingredients, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 708.6 calories, Carbohydrate 73.1 g, Cholesterol 93.4 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 14.1 g, Protein 37.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1132.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

Tips:

For the chicken shawarma, use boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs for a leaner option. For a more flavorful shawarma, use a mixture of both.
Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. This will help to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
When cooking the chicken shawarma, be sure to cook it over medium-high heat so that it gets a nice char. You can cook it on a grill, in a skillet, or in the oven.
To make the tahini sauce, be sure to use a good quality tahini. You can find tahini at most grocery stores in the international aisle.
Serve the chicken shawarma wrap with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pickles. You can also add a drizzle of tahini sauce or hummus.

Conclusion:

Chicken shawarma wraps are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.