Za’atar-Spiced Chicken Shawarma Wraps with Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

Juicy chicken marinated in za’atar and warm spices, grilled and wrapped in flatbread with fresh vegetables and a tangy garlic yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, za’atar spice blend, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp za’atar spice blend
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 large rounds pita bread
• 1 medium, thinly sliced cucumber
• 1 large, thinly sliced tomato
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs with 2 tbsp za’atar, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tsp salt. Toss well to coat and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through and lightly charred. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt and 2 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl to make the garlic sauce.
4. Step 4: Warm 4 large pita breads on the grill or in a dry pan for 1 minute each side.
5. Step 5: Assemble each wrap by spreading 2 tbsp garlic yogurt sauce on a pita, adding sliced grilled chicken, 1/4 cup thin cucumber slices, 1/4 cup tomato slices, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Roll tightly and serve immediately.