Chicken Shawarma Wrap

Ingredients

Chicken Shawarma

• 2 chicken breasts or thighs, sliced into strips
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp plain yogurt (lactose-free if needed)
• 1 scoop unflavored protein powder
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Juice of ½ lemon

Garlic Sauce (High-Protein)

• 3 tbsp yogurt (lactose-free if needed)
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• ½ scoop unflavored protein powder
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Pinch of salt

Wrap & Fillings

• 2–3 pita breads or flatbreads
• ½ cup shredded lettuce
• ½ cup sliced tomatoes
• ¼ cup sliced cucumber
• ¼ cup pickled turnips or onions
• Fresh parsley (optional)

Preparation

1. Marinate the chicken

In a bowl, mix olive oil, yogurt, garlic, spices, lemon juice, and protein powder until smooth.

Add the chicken strips and coat well.
Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).

2. Cook the chicken

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook the marinated chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly caramelized on the edges.

3. Prepare the garlic sauce

In a small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and protein powder.

Whisk until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with a little water if needed.

4. Assemble the wraps

Warm the pita bread slightly.

Layer with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and pickled vegetables.

Add the hot chicken on top.

Drizzle generously with the garlic sauce and sprinkle parsley if desired.

Wrap tightly and serve immediately.

This chicken shawarma wrap delivers bold Middle Eastern flavors with a modern high-protein upgrade. The combination of warm spices, juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy garlic sauce creates a balanced and satisfying meal. Adding unflavored protein powder is a simple way to increase protein intake without compromising the authentic taste and texture.