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Chicken Shawarma Bread on Tawa Recipe

Chicken Shawarma Bread on Tawa Recipe

Livy Lane
The Chicken Shawarma Bread on Tawa Recipe is juicy, spicy and full of street-style flavor. It is cooked easily on a simple pan called tawa. Many people love the Chicken Shawarma Bread on Tawa Recipe because it tastes like restaurant shawarma but is easy at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish / Street Food
Cuisine Middle Eastern / Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken breast sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 pita bread or flatbread
  • Lettuce leaves as needed
  • Sliced tomatoes as needed
  • Sliced onions as needed
  • Garlic sauce or mayo as needed

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken

  • In a mixing bowl, add chicken, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, ginger paste and spices. Mix well until chicken is fully coated. Let it rest for at least 20 minutes for strong flavor.
  • A good marinade makes all the difference — the same way a careful seasoning technique takes spiced and crispy air fryer chicken from simple to spectacular.

Heat the Tawa

  • Place the tawa on medium heat and add a little oil. Let it heat properly so the chicken cooks evenly. A hot tawa helps lock in the juices.

Cook the Chicken

  • Add marinated chicken to the tawa. Cook while stirring often. Let it cook until golden brown and fully cooked. The smell will be rich and spicy.

Prepare the Bread

  • Warm the pita bread or flatbread on the same tawa. Heat it for a few seconds on each side. This makes the bread soft and slightly crispy. If you enjoy making your own bread-based meals from scratch, you might also love this easy homemade flatbread-style snack that comes together quickly.

Assemble the Shawarma

  • Place cooked chicken on the bread. Add lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Drizzle garlic sauce or mayo on top for extra creaminess. If you want to take the sauce up a notch, this creamy homemade dressing with a tangy kick works beautifully as a drizzle too.

Wrap and Serve

  • Fold the bread tightly like a wrap. Serve hot immediately. The taste will be juicy, spicy and full of flavor.

Notes

  • Add chili sauce for extra spice
  • Use grilled chicken for smoky flavor
  • Add cheese for a creamy twist
  • Use whole wheat bread for a healthier option — this hearty whole wheat pasta recipe is another great example of how a simple swap makes meals more wholesome
  • Add pickles for tangy taste
  • Let chicken marinate longer for deeper flavor
Keyword Chicken Shawarma Bread on Tawa Recipe