My Chicken shish wrap is absolutely divine and is the perfect dinner for you to make when you’re craving a delicious meal. Inside my wraps are juicy chicken skewers, creamy homemade hummus, and a fresh, zesty salad seasoned with sumac, all wrapped in soft Lebanese bread.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Shish Skewers:
- 500g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp coriander powder
- 1 tbsp cumin powder
- ½ tbsp garlic powder
- ½ tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp smoked cayenne pepper
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For the Homemade Hummus:
- 1 ½ cans chickpeas, deshelled
- 3.5 tbsp tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 garlic cloves
- Pinch of cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2 ice cubes
- 50ml ice-cold water
- Garnish: chickpeas, paprika, parsley, olive oil
For the Garlic Sauce:
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 2-3 tbsp water (adjust for desired consistency)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 1 cup cucumber, roughly chopped
- 1 cup tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 1 medium red onion, roughly chopped
- Handful of coriander leaves, roughly chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp sumac
- Salt to taste
To Assemble:
- 4 Lebanese bread wraps
Method for my Chicken Shish Wraps
1. Prepare the Hummus
- Deshell the chickpeas for a smoother texture.
- Add the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt to a food processor. Blend on medium speed.
- Gradually add the ice-cold water and ice cubes until the hummus reaches a smooth and fluffy consistency.
- Garnish with chickpeas, paprika, parsley, and olive oil. Set aside.
2. Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix the chicken breast pieces with coriander powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and olive oil.
- Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
3. Prepare the Chicken Skewers
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with foil or parchment paper.
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto metal or soaked wooden skewers
- Place the skewers on the prepared baking tray.
4. Bake the Chicken
- Bake the chicken skewers in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred at the edges. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
5. Make the Garlic Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, water, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
6. Prepare the Salad
- Combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and coriander in a bowl.
- Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with sumac, and season with salt. Toss gently to combine.
7. Assemble the Wraps
- Lay a Lebanese bread flat and spread a generous layer of hummus in the center.
- Add one skewer of chicken, large spoonful of salad and a drizzle of garlic sauce.
- Roll tightly into a wrap.
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