Chicken Shawarma Pita Wraps
Serves: 4-8
Total: 22 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 12 min
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Recipe Preparation
- 5 boneless chicken thighs (about 1.25 lbs.)
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
Recipe Instructions
1
Place the chicken thighs between two sheets of parchment paper and pound thinly using a meat mallet.
2
In a bowl, combine the chicken, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, coriander, garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika, smoked paprika, and turmeric. Marinate in the fridge for 1-3 hours.
3
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
4
Place the marinated chicken on the hot grill. Cook for 4–6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using your
TempPro TP19 Instant-Read Meat Thermometer
.
5
Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing or dicing.
6
Assemble your pitas with the grilled chicken, onion, lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes. Drizzle with tahini or yogurt sauce. Enjoy!
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