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Grilled Kajmak Chicken Wraps with Fresh Herbs and Lettuce

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Juicy grilled chicken thighs are wrapped with fresh herbs, crisp lettuce, and creamy kajmak in warm flatbreads for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin for marinade)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (adds smokiness)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (earthy warmth)
  • 0.5 teaspoon sweet paprika (color and mild flavor)
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional; adjust for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (kosher or flaky)
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh, tenderizes and brightens marinade)
  • 0.75 cup kajmak (creamy dairy spread)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (adds brightness to cut through richness)
  • 1 small garlic clove (finely grated for extra depth)
  • 1 pinch flaky salt (taste first, as kajmak can be salty)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (lavash or flatbread; large burrito-size works)
  • 2 cups butter lettuce leaves (soft and tender)
  • 0.5 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley (roughly chopped)
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill (roughly chopped)
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves (torn)
  • 1 small red onion (thinly sliced, soak in cold water 10 min)
  • 1 medium tomato (ripe, remove seeds if very juicy)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling over finished wraps)

Instructions 

  • Marinate the chicken thighs with olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, sweet paprika, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Grill until cooked through.
  • Let the chicken rest, then slice into strips. Prepare the fresh herbs, lettuce, onion, and tomato.
  • Spread kajmak on each tortilla, add chicken, herbs, lettuce, onion, and tomato. Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Roll up the wraps tightly and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: chicken, herbs, Wraps