Description

Chicken Shawarma Wraps are a delightful blend of tender, spiced chicken and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for Eid al-Fitr gatherings, these wraps offer an explosion of flavors that evoke warmth and togetherness. Marinated in a rich shawarma spice blend and paired with a creamy tahini sauce, they promise to be the star of any celebration.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tbsp shawarma spice blend
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp tahini
1 cucumber, diced or shredded
Salt and pepper to taste
4 large tortillas or pita bread
Fresh lettuce and tomatoes for garnish

Instructions

Marinate the chicken by mixing it with shawarma spice blend, garlic, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least one hour or overnight.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill marinated chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
In a small bowl, mix tahini with water until smooth; add diced cucumber and season with salt and lemon juice.
Assemble wraps by layering sliced chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and tahini sauce on tortillas or pita. Roll tightly and serve warm.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 250g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: - For deeper flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. - Customize with additional vegetables like bell peppers or jalapeños for extra kick.