Shawarma is the king of street food. This wrap is the crown.
Spiced, seared chicken. Tangy garlic sauce. Pickled turnips or cucumbers. Fresh parsley. All tucked into warm pita. 30 minutes. Better than the cart. Cheaper too.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
Mix all spice blend ingredients in a bowl. Add chicken, toss to coat.
Let sit 10 minutes (or up to 8 hours in fridge).
Make Garlic Sauce
Whisk mayo, garlic, lemon juice, and yogurt until smooth. Set aside.
Cook the Chicken
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
Let rest 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.
Warm the Pita
Warm pitas in a dry skillet or microwave for 15 seconds.
Assemble Wraps
Spread garlic sauce on each pita.
Add sliced chicken, tomato, onion, pickled veggies, and parsley.
Roll tightly. Wrap in foil if taking on the go.
Serve
Eat immediately. Napkins recommended. Happiness guaranteed.
Summary
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 10-15 minutes | Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Yield: 4 wraps
Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge:
Store chicken separately for 4 days. Assemble wraps fresh for best texture.
Reheat Chicken:
Skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Microwave works too.
- Can’t find pickled turnips? Use quick-pickled red onions or cucumbers instead.
