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Persian Chicken Wrap (Lavash Chicken Roll)

This Persian Chicken Wrap is a flavorful street-style dish made with juicy marinated chicken, fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and a creamy yogurt sauce wrapped in soft lavash bread. It’s quick, healthy, and perfect for lunch or a light dinner while delivering authentic Middle Eastern flavors.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and easy weeknight meal
  • Packed with fresh herbs and spices
  • Perfect for meal prep
  • Healthy, balanced, and satisfying

Prep Time, Cook Time & Servings

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 4 wraps

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 500 g boneless chicken breast or thigh, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup thick yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste

For Assembly

  • 4 lavash or flatbreads
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley or mint
  • Pickles (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for 15–30 minutes.

2️⃣ Cook the Chicken

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce

Combine yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic, and salt. Mix until smooth.

4️⃣ Assemble the Wrap

Place chicken on lavash, add lettuce, tomato, onion, herbs, and drizzle yogurt sauce.

5️⃣ Wrap and Serve

Roll tightly, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with fries or roasted potatoes
  • Pair with a cucumber yogurt dip
  • Add sumac or chili flakes for extra flavor

Expert Tips

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier wraps
  • Warm the lavash slightly for easier rolling
  • Don’t overfill to keep wraps neat
  • Add pickled turnips for authentic taste

Storage

  • Refrigerator: Store chicken separately up to 3 days
  • Freezer: Chicken can be frozen up to 2 months

Nutrition (Approx. per wrap)

  • Calories: 360
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fat: 14 g

Similar Recipes:

  • Joojeh Kabab
  • Koobideh Kabab
  • Shirazi Salad
  • Mast-o-Khiar
  • Persian Saffron Rice


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