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Easy Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Craving something bold, flavorful, and totally satisfying? This Chicken Shawarma with Creamy Garlic Sauce is your new go-to! Packed with warm spices, perfectly roasted chicken, and a dreamy garlic sauce—it’s like your favorite street food made at home.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Warm pita or flatbread (optional)
  • Chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion (optional)
  • Pickles or pickled turnips (optional)
  • Fresh parsley or mint (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and all the spices.
  2. Add the chicken and toss until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Arrange chicken on a lined baking sheet or cook on the pan for 5–7 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
  5. Let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
  7. Warm your pita or flatbread, add sliced chicken, veggies of choice, and a generous drizzle of creamy garlic sauce. Top with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight. You can substitute with lamb, beef, tofu, or chickpeas. Make it dairy-free with plant-based yogurt and mayo. Use rotisserie chicken for a faster version.

  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Oven or Grill
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 34g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg

Keywords: chicken shawarma, garlic sauce, pita wrap, grilled chicken, Middle Eastern