Chicken Shawarma 2

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with these delightful Chicken Shawarma Wraps. Marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, these wraps offer a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory tastes that make for an irresistible meal.

Ingredients

🍗 4 small chicken breasts, sliced into thin bite-size strips
🥤 1/2 cup white vinegar
🫒 1/4 cup olive oil
🧄 4 cloves of garlic, minced
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌿 1 teaspoon cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon coriander
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
🌿 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
🌿 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🧂 1/2 tablespoon salt

🧅 1 red onion, sliced
🌿 Handful of parsley, chopped
🌿 1 tablespoon sumac

🌯 Tortillas, pita bread, or flatbread
🍅 Tomatoes, sliced
🥒 Pickles, sliced
🧄 Trader Joe’s garlic dip or your preferred garlic sauce

Instructions

1- Prepare the Marinade:

In a large bowl, combine the white vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.

2- Marinate the Chicken:

Add the sliced chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight for maximum flavor.

3- Cook the Chicken:

Heat a skillet over high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until all the liquid evaporates and the chicken is thoroughly cooked, with a golden sear, about 10-12 minutes.

4- Make the Sumac Onions:

In a separate bowl, combine the sliced red onion with chopped parsley and sumac. Toss gently to mix and let it sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.

5- Assemble the Shawarma Wraps:

Lay out your choice of wrap (tortilla, pita, or flatbread). Spread a generous amount of garlic dip or sauce on the bread.
Add the cooked chicken, sumac onions, sliced tomatoes, and pickles on top. Roll the wrap tightly.

6- Toast the Wraps:

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the wrapped shawarma onto the skillet and toast on both sides until golden and crisp.

7- Serve:

Serve the shawarma wraps immediately, enjoying the warm, aromatic flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes (excluding marinating)
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time)
Servings: 4 wraps
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 350 kcal, Protein: 30g, Fat: 15g, Carbohydrates: 25g
Equipment Needed: Bowl, skillet, plastic wrap