Flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Tangy Vegetables:
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
4 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Tangy Vegetable Slaw:
1 cup shredded cabbage (red or green)
1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce:
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt, to taste
For Assembling:
4 large pita bread or flatbreads
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Pickled vegetables (optional)
Sliced tomatoes or bell peppers (optional)
Instructions
Marinate the ChickenIn a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and all spices.
Add the chicken and coat well.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Prepare the Tangy Vegetable SlawIn a bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and red onion.
Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Toss well and set aside to marinate slightly.
Make the Garlic Yogurt SauceMix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl.
Adjust seasoning to taste.
Cook the ChickenOption 1: Pan-fry / Skillet
Heat a skillet with 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
Cook chicken 4–6 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden.
Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.
Option 2: Oven
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake 20–25 minutes until cooked through.
Slice thinly.
Assemble the WrapsWarm the pita or flatbread.
Spread a layer of garlic yogurt sauce on the bread.
Add sliced chicken.
Top with tangy vegetable slaw and optional pickled veggies.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Fold and wrap tightly.
ServeServe immediately with extra yogurt sauce on the side.