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Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wrap

Juicy chicken, sweet pepper and shallots are wrapped with a smoky, creamy sriracha sauce, tomato and melted mozzarella. A final five minutes in the air fryer makes the lavash crisp and warm, giving you a generous homemade shawarma-style meal.

Juicy chicken, sweet pepper and shallots are wrapped with a smoky, creamy sriracha sauce, tomato and melted mozzarella. A final five minutes in the air fryer makes the lavash crisp and warm, giving you a generous homemade shawarma-style meal.

What you'll need.

For the filling

  • 1 large chicken fillet (about 350 g), sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 shallots, sliced
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil

For the sauce and wraps

  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp sriracha sauce
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Freshly ground mixed pepper, to taste
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 100 g mozzarella, grated
  • 2 large lavash or thin flatbreads

How to make it.

  1. Toss the chicken, bell pepper and shallots with oil, dried basil, salt and pepper.
  2. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes, stirring halfway, until the chicken is cooked.
  3. Mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, sriracha, smoked paprika, garlic and mixed pepper.
  4. Divide the chicken and vegetables between the lavash sheets, then add sauce, tomato, parsley and mozzarella and roll tightly.
  5. Air fry the wraps at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes, turning once, until crisp and the cheese has melted.

My tips.

Keep the filling away from the edges and roll the lavash tightly so the wraps stay closed during cooking. For a lighter variation, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise and sour cream.

Good to know.

Can I prepare the filling ahead?
Yes. Refrigerate the cooked chicken and vegetables for up to two days, then assemble and crisp the wraps when needed.

Can I use chicken thighs?
Boneless thighs work beautifully and give the shawarma an especially juicy texture.

What can I serve with the wraps?
A cucumber salad, pickled vegetables, or extra yogurt sauce will balance the warm filling.

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Total 40 min · Serves 2

Nutrition.

~520 kcal · Protein 35 g · Fat 23 g · Carbs 42 g (approximate, calculated automatically)

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