Homemade Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

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Tender chicken marinated in warm Middle Eastern spices, grilled and wrapped in soft flatbread with a cooling garlic yogurt sauce. This middle eastern-inspired dumplings ready in about 85 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, plain Greek yogurt, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 70 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into strips, toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread chicken strips onto skewers or place directly on grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare garlic yogurt sauce by mixing 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
  4. Step 4: Warm 4 flatbreads or pita breads on the grill for 1 minute per side until pliable. Spread 1-2 tbsp garlic yogurt sauce on each flatbread, then layer grilled chicken, 1/4 cup cucumber slices, 1/4 cup tomato slices, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Step 5: Roll each flatbread tightly into a wrap. Serve immediately with extra garlic yogurt sauce on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Homemade Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (70 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Homemade Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep plain greek yogurt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Homemade Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Homemade Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Homemade Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Yogurt Sauce?

Middle Eastern dumplings like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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