Easy Chicken Shawarma Lettuce Wraps

Hey there, fellow messy-cook enthusiast! Let me bring you a little joy with my Easy Chicken Shawarma Lettuce Wraps. Trust me; these wraps are like a party in your mouth without the bloat from a night out! Think all those amazing shawarma flavors but zapped into something fresh and light. You’re ditching the pita (didn’t even miss it) and cozying up everything in crisp lettuce. Perfect for days when you crave flavor but not the nap that follows.

So, let’s dish! My husband and tiny troop (okay, just the two kids, but they’re wild) have been obsessed with this recipe. Picture this: it started on a day when the fridge was looking sad. I needed a dinner that was satisfying but didn’t include another trip to the store with the kids hanging onto the cart. Our first bite was this aha moment. Now, it’s on our regular rotation and, yep, even the little picky eaters dive right in.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Chicken Shawarma Lettuce Wraps

– It’s faster than scrolling through your entire Netflix queue to pick a show.
– So much flavor, you might just high-five yourself.
– Flexible like a yoga instructor — you can swap ingredients with whatever you find lurking in your fridge.

How to Make It

Alright, friend, here we go. Grab some chicken thighs or breasts, doesn’t matter, just what you’ve got. Mix them up with some olive oil and all your favorite spices — those shawarma-y ones, think cumin, paprika, maybe some cinnamon if you feel fancy. Toss it all in a pan or on a grill if you’re feeling ambitious. Once cooked, chop it into bite-sized bits that’ll nestle perfectly in some lettuce leaves.

Layer in the yogurt sauce, remember to be generous, it’s like the glue that holds our wraps together. Throw on some diced tomatoes and cucumbers. Wrap them up and have napkins ready ’cause this is a juicy situation, ya know?

Ingredient Notes

– **Chicken**: Go with thighs if you want juicy, but I’ve used breasts when I forgot to thaw the thighs. No shame.
– **Spices**: Get creative! Just don’t skip the cumin — it’s the flavor hero here.
– **Lettuce**: If your grocery store trip ended without the perfect lettuce, iceberg or butterhead work! I’ve even used Romaine in a pinch.

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix chicken with olive oil and spices.
2. Cook the chicken until juicy and golden.
3. Prepare lettuce and other toppings.
4. Assemble wraps with chicken and toppings.
5. Enjoy with family and friends.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Keep in mind, your assembly might look messier than a Pinterest pic… that’s called authenticity. Also, don’t eyeball the salt when distracted by a cute animal video (#beenthere).

Storage Tips

Got leftovers? Lucky you! Store the chicken separate from your lettuce, or you’ll end up with soggy wraps — eww. Cold the next day? Totally edible straight from the fridge — zero judgment if you stand there eating it for breakfast while pretending you’re doing the leftover hunt.

Variations and Substitutions

Let’s get real. I’ve used whatever spices weren’t expired and chicken was sometimes subbed out for turkey slices if I was desperate. You could forget the tomatoes, add avocado, or throw some shredded cheese on top — no Shawarma police will come after you, I promise.

Frequently Asked Questions