Cheesy Chicken Flatbread

A satisfying 15-minute lunch.

2-4 servings
15 minutes
Ethan Chlebowski

Ingredients

Cumin crusted chicken

  • Chicken Thighs, boneless
    1-2
  • Salt
    a sprinkle
  • Cumin
    a sprinkle
  • Cooking oil
    as needed

Wrap & cheese components

  • Lavash bread
    1-2
  • Cheddar, grated
    two handfuls

Dipping sauce

  • Hot Sauce
    to taste
  • Greek Yogurt
    to taste

Method

Step 1: Season & sear the chicken thighs

Preheat a griddle or pan over medium-high heat.

Meanwhile, generously season all sides of the chicken with salt. Add an even sprinkle of cumin seeds to one side.

When the pan is hot, add a drizzle of oil, then lay the chicken thighs cumin side down to and develop color.

  • Leave them undisturbed for a few minutes. Use this time to clean or gather remaining ingredients.

Step 2: Flip the chicken & make the dipping sauce

Once the thighs have developed browning on the bottom, flip them, revealing their cumin-seed crust.

  • Continue the chicken on the other side to finish cooking. Remove from the pan once it reaches an internal temp of 175°F/80°C.

Meanwhile, make the sauce: mix yogurt and hot sauce until smooth. Taste and adjust as desired.

Step 3: Assemble the flatbreads

Lower the heat on the pan or griddle. Add the flatbreads and cover with an even layer of grated cheese. Allow them to warm through.

  • Meanwhile, slice the chicken into thin strips.

Once the cheese begins to melt, add the chicken to the flatbread, and then fold each over like a quesadilla.

Once they are lightly and everything is melty, remove them from the heat.

Step 4: Slice & serve

Slice the flatbreads on a diagonal to make triangular pieces. Serve with the dipping sauce.

“In a good way, these remind me of cheesy chicken snack items you'd find at East Coast fast food stops like Sheetz and Wawa. At home, you can dial up the protein and customize the flavors & sauces.”

Ethan Chlebowski
Creator

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Nutritional Information

1 CHEESY CHICKEN FLATBREAD
Calories549
22g
32g
42g

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FAQ

Do I have to use lavash bread?

Any flatbread can work. Try pita, naan, or even a thick flour tortilla. If you can find lavash or Lebanese-style pita, their thinner texture makes for a lower calorie and less bready bite.

How else can I customize this recipe?

Switch up the protein: chicken breast, thinly sliced steak, or ground meat would all work great. Try different spice profiles: experiment with your favorite spice combinations to transport this dish into different cuisines. Use other cheeses: Pair the spices with different cheeses from around the world. Any young cheese that melts well is welcome.