Middle Eastern Spiced Chicken Wraps (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Chicken Shawarma

01 - 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
04 - 2 teaspoons ground paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
09 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

10 - ½ cup Greek yogurt
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For Serving (Optional)

15 - Pita bread or flatbread
16 - Fresh vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce)
17 - Pickled vegetables
18 - Hot sauce

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a paste-like marinade.
02 - Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat thoroughly, ensuring each piece is well covered. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
03 - Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. Choose your cooking method: grill for 6-7 minutes per side, bake at 425°F for 25-30 minutes, or pan-sear for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked with a slight char.
04 - While the chicken cooks, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
05 - Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips across the grain.
06 - Warm the pita bread slightly. Layer sliced chicken on the bread, add fresh vegetables if desired, drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce, and fold tightly. Serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - For the best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
02 - Customize your shawarma with toppings like pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, or hot sauce for variety.
03 - The garlic sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

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