Juicy Shawarma Pita Picnic
Shawarma is super yummy, and super delicious for a juicy fun picnic. Seasoned shawarma can be made into a pizza, a wrap and now in a pita. This version is particularly yummy because its easy to enjoy in its little pita pocket. Here is the yummy recipe.
Marinade:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 pound skinned, boned chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Yogurt Sauce:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon bottled minced garlic
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
- ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Sandwich:
- ½ head romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 medium Roma tomatoes, diced
- 4 (six inch) pita bread rounds
Step 1 Combine Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cinnamon, oregano, salt, nutmeg, and cloves in a plastic container or resealable bag. Add chicken strips and shake until ingredients are evenly combined and chicken is well coated. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, up to overnight.
Step 2 When you are ready to make the sandwiches, heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add marinated chicken, and sear until golden brown on both sides and no longer pink in the centers, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness of the chicken pieces.
Step 3 While the chicken is cooking, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl or small resealable container, stir well to blend. Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
Step 4 Once chicken is cooked and sauce is prepared, assemble sandwiches by dividing meat, lettuce, cucumber, and tomatoes between your pita. Add a generous smear of the yogurt sauce.
Picnic Ready!
Juicy Shawarma Super Yummy!
