Chicken Shawarma pita wraps

This was SUPER quick and DELICOUS!!!!  I love myself a great, healthy meal!!!

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

White Rice

Shawarma chicken thighs (from Trader Joes OR make you own seasoning below)

Pita Wraps (or use GF pita/tortillas)

Mini Cucumbers

Shredded Lettuce

Tomato

Green Onions

Feta Cheese

Lemon

Cook white rice and chicken (according to package) - then slice chicken.

Cut up:

*mini cucs

*shredded lettuce

*tomato

*green onions

Top pita with rice, chicken, toppings and add feta cheese and lemon!!

Ingredients for Shawarma Seasoning:

• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika (preferably smoked paprika for extra flavor)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom for an extra aromatic depth

Instructions:

1. Combine Spices: In a small bowl, combine all the spices together.

2. Marinate the Chicken:

   • Take bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (or boneless if preferred) and coat them evenly with the shawarma spice mix.
   • Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and juice of 1 lemon to the chicken and mix it all together to coat the chicken evenly. The oil helps the spices stick, and the lemon adds a nice tang.
   • Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight in the fridge to allow the flavors to meld.