Lebanese Chicken Wraps with Yogurt, Pine Nuts, and Fresh Vegetables Recipe

Introduction

These Lebanese chicken wraps are a vibrant and flavorful meal, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Marinated chicken combined with fresh vegetables, tangy yogurt, and toasted pine nuts creates a delightful balance of textures and tastes.

A large flat white tortilla is laid out on a white marbled surface with layers of chopped green celery, red diced tomatoes, and green herbs spread evenly across the center. On top, there are several pieces of sliced grilled chicken with a lightly browned texture. Dollops of white sauce and some pine nuts are scattered around the layers. At the top end of the tortilla, a wrap is partially rolled up, showing the filling inside. Surrounding the tortilla are three small white bowls with diced cucumbers, diced tomatoes, and pine nuts. A woman's hand is holding the rolled-up wrap at the top of the image. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless chicken breasts
  • 200g Greek yogurt
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 25g pine nuts, toasted
  • Small bunch parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cucumber, diced
  • 4 large tortilla wraps or large flatbreads
  • Mixed salad, to serve

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Lay the chicken breasts between two sheets of baking parchment and flatten them gently by bashing with a rolling pin to even thickness.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mix half the yogurt with half the lemon juice, lemon zest, allspice, olive oil, crushed garlic, and a pinch of salt until combined.
  3. Step 3: Stir the chicken into the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to marinate.
  4. Step 4: Heat a griddle pan over high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked. You may need to cook in batches. Once cooked, transfer to a board and slice thinly.
  5. Step 5: Spread the remaining yogurt over each wrap. Add toasted pine nuts, sliced chicken, parsley, diced tomatoes, and cucumber. Drizzle over the remaining lemon juice.
  6. Step 6: Roll up each wrap tightly, then place them back on the griddle pan for about 30 seconds per side to toast lightly.
  7. Step 7: Serve the wraps warm alongside a mixed salad for a fresh and satisfying meal.

Tips & Variations

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the marinade.
  • Swap pine nuts for toasted almonds or walnuts if preferred.
  • Use whole wheat or spinach wraps to add more nutrients and variety.
  • If you don’t have a griddle pan, a regular frying pan works well too.

Storage

Store any leftover cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble fresh wraps when ready to eat to keep the ingredients crisp. To reheat chicken, warm gently in a pan or microwave before adding to the wraps.

How to Serve

A white flatbread is laid open on a white marbled surface with a layer of chopped green onions and fresh green herbs on top. Slices of grilled chicken with light grill marks are placed over the herbs, followed by small diced red tomatoes scattered around. There is some white sauce drizzled lightly on one side of the flatbread. Around the flatbread, three small white bowls hold small diced cucumbers, diced red tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts respectively. A woman's hand is gently rolling part of the flatbread into a wrap, filled with the same ingredients. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Absolutely. Chicken thighs will add extra juiciness and flavor. Adjust cooking time slightly to ensure they cook through properly.

Can I prepare the marinade in advance?

Yes, the marinade can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Marinate the chicken just before cooking for the best texture.

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Lebanese Chicken Wraps with Yogurt, Pine Nuts, and Fresh Vegetables Recipe


  • Author: Jake
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 wraps 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Delicious Lebanese chicken wraps featuring marinated grilled chicken breasts served with a refreshing mix of yogurt, lemon, pine nuts, parsley, tomatoes, and cucumber, all wrapped in warm tortillas or flatbreads. These wraps are lightly toasted on a griddle pan, perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Marinade

  • 4 skinless chicken breasts
  • 200g Greek yogurt, divided
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon, divided
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • Pinch of salt

Fillings

  • 25g pine nuts, toasted
  • Small bunch parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cucumber, diced

Other

  • 4 large tortilla wraps or large flatbreads
  • Mixed salad, to serve

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Lay the chicken breasts on a sheet of baking parchment, then cover with another sheet. Flatten the chicken breasts by bashing them gently with a rolling pin to an even thickness, which ensures even cooking.
  2. Make the marinade: In a large bowl, mix half of the Greek yogurt with half of the lemon juice, the lemon zest, allspice, olive oil, crushed garlic, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly to combine all flavors.
  3. Marinate the chicken: Add the flattened chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat a griddle pan over high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through. If necessary, cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a chopping board and slice thinly.
  5. Assemble the wraps: Spread the remaining Greek yogurt evenly over each tortilla wrap or flatbread. Distribute the toasted pine nuts, sliced chicken, chopped parsley, diced tomatoes, and cucumber evenly over the yogurt layers.
  6. Finish with lemon juice and roll: Drizzle the remaining lemon juice over the fillings. Carefully roll up the wraps tightly to encase the fillings.
  7. Toast the wraps: Place the rolled wraps back onto the hot griddle pan. Toast each side for about 30 seconds until the wraps have a slight golden crispness and are warmed through.
  8. Serve: Serve the toasted Lebanese chicken wraps immediately with a side of mixed salad for a fresh, balanced meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of chili flakes to the marinade if you like some heat.
  • To keep wraps crisp, toast them just before serving and avoid wrapping tightly overnight.
  • Pine nuts can be substituted with chopped almonds or walnuts if preferred.
  • Use Greek yogurt for best creaminess and tang, but plain yogurt can be used as an alternative.
  • If you don’t have a griddle pan, a regular non-stick pan or barbecue grill can be used to cook the chicken and toast the wraps.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Lebanese

Keywords: Lebanese chicken wraps, grilled chicken wrap, Middle Eastern wraps, chicken and yogurt wrap, healthy chicken recipes, grilled chicken lunch

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