Description
Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly spiced piece of chicken, its juices exploding with flavor as you wrap it in a warm piece of flatbread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 900 grams boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 120 grams plain yogurt (about 1/2 cup)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 6 large flatbreads or pita
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup garlic sauce
Instructions
- Start by preparing a marinade that will infuse the chicken with flavor. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, plain yogurt, minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Whisk these ingredients together until you create a smooth mixture. Next, add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring every piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least one hour — the longer, the better. Overnight is ideal for maximum flavor absorption.
- Once the chicken has marinated, remove it from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat; if necessary, lightly coat it with oil to prevent sticking. Place the marinated chicken thighs in the hot skillet. Cook each side for approximately 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring it’s browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F). Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate and give it a few minutes to rest before slicing, which helps maintain its juiciness.
- After resting, slice the chicken thighs into thin strips, which makes for easier wrapping and even bites. Now, it’s time to prepare the flatbreads. Warm them slightly in the skillet or microwave until they become pliable. On each piece of warm flatbread, layer slices of the juicy chicken, followed by shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Finish with a generous drizzle of creamy garlic sauce to add that extra touch of flavor. Carefully wrap the flatbread around the fillings to create a lovely shawarma wrap and serve immediately for the best experience.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken overnight to enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Protein: 35 g