These Lebanese Sumac Chicken Wraps are a new favorite in my house. They’re great for a fast dinner during the week, a quick lunch, or even for making ahead when you’re super busy.
The lemony sumac flavor, mixed with the soft chicken and fresh veggies, is amazing. It’s like having a taste of the Middle East at home!
Recipe Overview
This recipe is all about fresh and exciting flavors in an easy wrap.
We’re using juicy chicken with sumac spice, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy, tasty sauce. Everything is wrapped in a warm, soft flatbread. It’s a healthy meal.
It’s the kind of food that fills you up but doesn’t make you feel too full. It is also one of many healthy chicken recipes.
These wraps are awesome for a relaxed dinner, a fast lunch, or even for taking on a picnic.
They’re also great for making ahead, so it’s perfect for when you have company. You can get everything ready early and just put the wraps together when you’re ready to eat.
Ingredients for Lebanese Sumac Chicken Wraps
- 1. 5 lbs of chicken breast (without bones or skin), cut into small pieces (about 1 inch)
- 2 big spoons of sumac
- 1 big spoon of olive oil
- 1 small spoon of garlic powder
- 1 small spoon of onion powder
- 1/2 small spoon of salt
- 1/4 small spoon of black pepper
- 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
- 1/4 small spoon of salt
- 1/4 small spoon of black pepper
- 4 big flatbreads (or pita breads)
- 1 cup of chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup of chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup of red onion (sliced thin)
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions:
- Chicken: You can use chicken thighs too, but you might need to cook them a bit longer.
- Sumac: This spice is super important for the real Lebanese taste. If you can’t find it, you can try lemon zest with a little salt, but it won’t be exactly the same. You can find sumac at Middle Eastern stores or online.
- Greek Yogurt: It is perfect for making the sauce.
- Fresh Herbs: Parsley and mint are the usual herbs, but you can also add a bit of dill if you want.
- Flatbreads: Use any kind you like! Pita bread, lavash, or even tortillas work great.
- Lemon: You need fresh lemon juice for the tangy flavor that you usally get with sumac.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Get the Chicken Ready: In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with the sumac, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure all the chicken is covered in the spices.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a big pan on medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes. Turn the chicken sometimes so it cooks evenly. It’s done when it’s not pink inside anymore.
- Make the Sauce: While the chicken cooks, make the sauce. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, parsley, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste it, and add more lemon or salt if you need to.
- Warm the Flatbreads: You can warm the flatbreads in a pan (without oil), in the microwave, or in the oven for a few minutes. They should be soft and easy to bend.
- Put the Wraps Together: Put a flatbread down and spread some of the yogurt sauce on it.
- Add some chicken, then the tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Don’t put too much filling in, or it will be hard to wrap!
- Wrap it Up: Fold in the sides of the flatbread, then roll it up from the bottom, like a burrito.
- You can cut it in half if you want.
Variations & Tips
- Make it Spicier: Add a little bit of red pepper flakes to the chicken if you like spicy food.
- Add More Veggies: You can add any other veggies you like, such as lettuce, bell peppers, or even cooked veggies.
- Make it Ahead: You can cook the chicken and make the sauce up to 2 days before. Keep them in the fridge in separate containers. Warm the chicken before you make the wraps.
- Storage: If you have leftover wraps, you can keep them in the fridge for up to a day, but they’re best when they’re fresh.
- Reheating: You can reheat leftovers in a pan or microwave, but the flatbread might get a little soft.
- Serving Suggestions: These wraps are yummy by themselves, but you can also have them with hummus, a salad, or some fries.
Key Details for Lebanese Sumac Chicken Wraps
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 8 minutes
- Total time: 23 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Equipment you’ll need: Medium bowl, large skillet, small bowl.
FAQ
How can I make this recipe without meat?
You can use chickpeas or grilled halloumi cheese instead of chicken. Just mix them with the same spices and cook until they’re warm.
Can I use dried herbs if I don’t have fresh ones?
Fresh herbs taste the best, but if you need to use dried, use about 1 small spoon of dried parsley and 1 small spoon of dried mint for the sauce.
What if I don’t have Greek yogurt?
You can use regular plain yogurt, but it might be a bit more watery. You can also try sour cream, but it will taste a little different.
How do I keep the flatbread from ripping?
Make sure your flatbreads are warm and soft before you start making the wraps. Also, don’t put too much filling inside!
Can I grill the chicken?
Yes! Grilled chicken will taste smoky and delicious. Just make sure it’s cooked all the way through.
Is sumac spicy?
No, sumac is not spicy at all. It has a lemon-like flavor that will make your wraps test good. It’s often used in Middle Eastern cooking.
Lebanese Sumac Chicken Wraps
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons sumac
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large flatbreads or pita breads
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with sumac, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure chicken is well coated.
- Heat a large pan on medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and no longer pink.
- While chicken cooks, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, parsley, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust lemon or salt to taste.
- Warm flatbreads in a pan, microwave, or oven until soft and pliable.
- Lay out a flatbread and spread with yogurt sauce.
- Add chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Fold in sides of flatbread, then roll up from the bottom to create a wrap. Do not overfill.
- Cut in half if desired and serve.