Chicken Shawarma Wrap
by Sommer Collier — last updated on Sep 21, 2024 
This authentic Chicken Shawarma Wrap recipe is loaded with flavorful spiced grilled or roasted chicken, fresh veggies and a tangy tzatziki sauce, all on soft naan for easy pick up.
These Chicken Shawarma Wraps Are Bold And Perfectly Spiced
Chicken Shawarma Wraps, also known as just shawarma, are a classic Middle Eastern dish that is served in a similar style to gyros. They feature a soft naan or pita bread packed with a spiced protein, then topped with chopped veggies and a creamy sauce.
Chicken Shawarma is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser every time! The chicken is tender, juicy, and has so much flavor from all of the spices.
Sommer’s Recipe Notes
This Chicken Shawarma Wrap is street food flavor made in the comfort of your own kitchen. It’s packed with fresh ingredients, aromatic spices and the best part is that it’s a hassle-free dish that’s great for a quick and easy lunch.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Shawarma Wrap
- Unmatched flavors – Marinated in warm and smoky spices, this chicken wrap is undeniably juicy and delicious.
- Meal-prep friendly – You can prep these wraps and enjoy them all week long!
- Balanced – From fresh lettuce, tomatoes and cucumbers to savory grilled chicken, this recipe is a great balance of textures and flavors.
These chicken shawarma wraps are everything, and the best part is that they’re incredibly easy to make!
Ingredients and Tips
- Chicken thighs – Use boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts.
- Spices – You’ll need a blend of ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. You can also use a pre-made shawarma spice blend.
- Lemon – Use freshly squeezed lemon.
- Wrap – Use either naan, pita or your favorite flatbread.
- Tzatziki – Add a generous dollop of this creamy homemade tzatziki sauce.
Recipe Variations and Dietary Swaps
- Protein – Swap the chicken with either beef or lamb.
- Spicy – Kick up the heat by adding extra cayenne pepper.
- Spices – Add ground cardamom, ground cinnamon and onion powder. .
- Garlic sauce – Swap the tzatziki with a Lebanese garlic sauce (toum).
- Pickled vegetables – Add some chopped pickled veggies for a tangy twist.
- Gluten-free – Use a gluten-free flatbread alternative.
- Vegan – Swap the chicken with tofu.
How To Make Chicken Shawarma Wraps
Grill or roast up that juicy spiced chicken and assemble these Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma Wraps in a few minutes!
Find the full Chicken Shawarma Wrap recipe with detailed instructions and storage tips in the printable form at the bottom of the post!
Storage Notes
- Storing Leftovers – Store cooked chicken, chopped veggies, and tzatziki in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Reheat Leftovers – Reheat the chicken shawarma in a pan/skillet over high heat or in a microwave.
Serving Suggestions
Slice the cooked chicken thighs into thin pieces. Then serve as chicken shawarma wraps with flatbread or naan, or make shawarma sandwiches using your favorite sliced bread.
Now it’s time to load on the toppings! Here a few of our favorite toppings a try:
- Tahini sauce
- Garlic sauce
- Chopped or sliced tomatoes
- Chopped or sliced cucumbers
- Sliced or diced red onions
- Romaine lettuce leaves
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Hummus
- Fresh herbs like parsley or mint
- Greek yogurt
- Tzatziki sauce
Or add these goodies to a bowl and load the cooked slices of meat on top to make lighter and delicious chicken shawarma bowls!
Chicken shawarma sandwiches are great to enjoy as a hearty lunch or lighter dinner. For lunch I like to pair them with Harissa Baked French Fries or Baked Turnip Fries.
And to add some oomf to the dinner table, we often serve shawarma alongside Saffron Rice with Golden Raisins and Pine Nuts or Lebanese Rice, plus pita chips with a bowl of homemade hummus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can! Follow our guide for How to Cook Chicken to be sure you grill or cook the breasts in the oven so they stay moist, tender, and flavorful.
Yes – this chicken thighs recipe is naturally low carb. Pair with gluten free naan or flatbread, or wrap in your favorite low carb tortilla for a less authentic but slightly lighter meal. Or for the most nutritious option of them all, load a fresh green salad with the grilled or roasted chicken and other yummy goodies for flavorful chicken shawarma bowls!
Marinating the chicken for 12–24 hours gives even deeper flavor.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 lemon juiced
- ¼ cup olive oil
For serving:
- 12 pieces flatbread of naan (I buy the smaller 6 inch pieces)
- 4 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 ½ cups chopped tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups chopped cucumbers
- Tzatziki Sauce
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Set out a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, a small mixing bowl, and a measuring cup.
- Place the chicken thighs in the baking dish. Measure all the spices into the small bowl. Mix well. Then mix the lemon juice and olive oil in the measuring cup.
- Toss the chicken thighs with a spice mixture making sure to coat well on all sides. Then pour the lemon juice and olive oil over the top of the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but up to 24 hours.
- When you’re ready to cook, you can choose to either grill the chicken Shawarma or roast it in the oven.
- Grill Method: Preheat the grill to medium heat, approximately 350°. Grill the chicken thighs for 5 minutes per side. Then allow them to rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Make sure the chicken pieces are in a single layer. Place the baking dish in the oven and roast for 20 minutes. Once out of the oven, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- To Serve: Slice the cooked chicken thighs into thin pieces. Then serve as wraps on flatbread or naan, with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and tzatziki sauce on top.
I have now made this recipe 3 times. It is fast becoming a staple. Excellent flavors! I use Penzeys spices… Thanks for this awesome recipe!
Love this recipe! All my favorite flavors, filling, and absolutely delicious.
Delicious! I love how healthy and easy this chicken shawarma recipe is. We can’t always grill it but it’s just as yummy in the oven!
I could eat this daily!! Love naan bread, especially when you add some meat & veggies! The cream sauce is delicious!