Grilled Lemon Chicken Wraps with Spicy Garlic Sauce Recipe
Delicious grilled lemon chicken wraps with a spicy garlic sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. Tender chicken breast pieces marinated in citrus and spices, grilled to perfection, and served with fresh veggies and a creamy, zesty sauce all wrapped in warm flatbread or pita.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 23 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 wraps 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest (from about 1–2 lemons)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Wrap and Toppings
- 4 to 6 flatbread or pita bread wraps
- 2 to 3 cups spring lettuce mix or baby spinach
- Sliced tomatoes, as needed
Spicy Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed (about a heaping teaspoon)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons sriracha or hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch black pepper
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice (a couple teaspoons)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the cubed chicken in a flat dish or gallon ziplock bag. Whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, and paprika. Pour the marinade over the chicken, toss to coat, cover the dish or seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours for maximum flavor infusion.
- Prepare the Skewers and Grill: Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto bamboo or metal skewers. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers, turning halfway through, for about 6 to 8 minutes total or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
- Rest the Chicken: Remove the skewers from the grill and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. This helps the juices redistribute, making the chicken tender and juicy.
- Make the Spicy Garlic Sauce: Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, garlic, sriracha, salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice in a blender. Process until smooth. Alternatively, whisk all ingredients vigorously in a bowl until well combined. Transfer the sauce to a squeeze bottle for easy serving and refrigerate until ready to use. The sauce can be made up to one week ahead.
- Assemble the Wraps: Lay out each flatbread or pita wrap. Place a bed of fresh spring lettuce or baby spinach in the center, followed by sliced tomatoes, grilled chicken pieces, and a generous drizzle of the spicy garlic sauce. Wrap tightly and serve immediately.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken longer (up to 8 hours) enhances the flavor and tenderness.
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- If you don’t have a grill, the chicken can be cooked on a grill pan or broiled in the oven.
- The spicy garlic sauce can be customized by adjusting the amount of sriracha to your preferred heat level.
- Use gluten-free flatbread or wraps to make the dish gluten-free.
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