Eid Rose-Water Chicken and Pistachio Party Wrap

Name: Eid Rose-Water Chicken and Pistachio Party Wrap
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients: 1½ lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, at room temperature; 3 cup (720 ml) low-sodium chicken broth; ½ medium (100 g) yellow onion, halved; 4 pods (4 g) green cardamom pods, crushed lightly; to taste kosher salt; to taste freshly cracked black pepper; 1 cup (240 g) plain Greek yogurt; 1½ tsp (7½ ml) food-grade rose water; 1 tbsp (15 ml) pomegranate molasses; 1 cup (120 g) unsalted roasted pistachios, coarsely chopped; ¾ cup (110 g) soft dried apricots, chopped into small pieces; ½ cup (12 g) fresh mint leaves, roughly torn; 8 sheets (300 g) lavash bread; 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil (optional)

From the MyKitchenBank Kitchen

Tender poached chicken breast layered with toasted pistachios, soft dried apricots, and a delicate rose-water yogurt spread, all wrapped in warm lavash bread. This Persian-inspired wrap celebrates Eid with floral notes and jewel-toned ingredients, perfect for sharing at gatherings. Light, elegant, and make-ahead friendly.

Prep: 25 min
Cook: 20 min
Wait: 30 min
Total: 1 hr 15 min
Makes: 8 wraps

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Steps

Before you start

Bring chicken breasts to room temperature for even poaching (15–20 minutes)
Toast pistachios in a dry skillet (about 2 minutes) to enhance their flavor
Read through the wrap assembly so you know the layering order
Have all fillings prepped and at hand before heating the lavash

1
Poach the chickenOven 165°F / 75°C
- Place the 3-quart saucepan on medium-high heat and add the chicken broth, halved onion, and crushed cardamom pods.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Carefully add the room-temperature chicken breasts.
- The liquid should just cover them; if not, add a splash of water.
- Maintain a gentle simmer (small bubbles breaking the surface) without aggressive boiling, which will toughen the meat.
- Poach for 16–18 minutes, depending on thickness.
- The chicken is ready when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken to a cutting board and let cool for 5 minutes.
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Ready when: Instant-read thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part
Tip: Do not use a hard rolling boil—it will make the chicken tough and dry. Gentle simmering keeps it tender and moist.
2
Toast the pistachios
- While the chicken poaches, place the 8-inch skillet on medium heat with no oil.
- Add the chopped pistachios and stir frequently for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and lightly darkened.
- Tip them onto a plate to cool; they will crisp up as they cool.
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Ready when: Pistachios are fragrant and have deepened in color slightly
Tip: Toast the pistachios separately from the other ingredients so they stay crunchy and don't absorb moisture from the yogurt spread.
3
Shred the chicken
- Once the poached chicken has cooled enough to handle, use two forks to pull the meat into fine shreds.
- Discard any large connective tissue.
- Season the shredded chicken with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
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Ready when: Chicken is completely shredded into thin, uniform pieces
Tip: Shredding while the chicken is still warm makes the process easier. Let it cool just enough to handle comfortably.
4
Make the rose-water yogurt spread
- In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 1.5 tsp rose water, and 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses.
- Taste and adjust the rose water to your preference (start conservatively; rose water is potent).
- Add a small pinch of salt.
- This spread should taste floral and subtly tangy.
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Ready when: Spread is smooth, well combined, and evenly colored
Tip: Rose water varies in potency by brand. Add it gradually—you can always add more, but you cannot remove it. The spread should smell pleasant, not soapy.
5
Warm the lavash
- Stack the 8 lavash sheets and wrap them loosely in a damp paper towel or clean kitchen towel.
- Microwave on high for 30–40 seconds, just until they are warm and pliable (not hot or they will dry out).
- Alternatively, warm them one at a time in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20 seconds per side, turning gently.
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Ready when: Lavash is warm, soft, and pliable
Tip: Warm lavash is crucial—cold, brittle lavash will crack when you roll it. Do not overheat or it becomes dry and difficult to work with.
6
Assemble the wraps
- Lay out one warm lavash sheet on a clean work surface.
- Spread 2–3 tablespoons of the rose-water yogurt mixture across the lower third of the sheet, leaving a 1-inch border on the sides.
- Top the yogurt with about 3 tablespoons of the shredded chicken, then scatter 2 tablespoons of the toasted pistachios, 1.5 tablespoons of the chopped apricots, and a small pinch of the torn fresh mint over the chicken.
- Drizzle lightly with extra-virgin olive oil if desired.
- Fold the bottom edge of the lavash up and over the filling, then fold in the left and right sides, and roll tightly away from you to seal.
- Set seam-side down on a serving plate.
- Repeat with the remaining 7 lavash sheets and fillings.
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Ready when: All 8 wraps are rolled tightly and arranged seam-side down
Tip: Do not overfill the wraps or they will tear and fall apart. A light hand with filling keeps them neat and easy to hold. If the lavash cools while you work, rewarm it briefly.
7
Serve or chill
- The wraps can be served immediately while the lavash is still warm and pliable, or covered and chilled for up to 2 hours before serving.
- If chilling, arrange them on a parchment-lined plate, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
- They taste best at room temperature or slightly warm.
- To reheat cold wraps, place them on a damp paper towel and microwave on medium for 15–20 seconds until warm.
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Ready when: Wraps are ready to eat or to be plated for serving
Tip: Room-temperature wraps are often easier to eat at a party, but warm wraps feel more luxurious. Choose based on your serving style.

Good to know

Tips

Rose water is the star of this dish—use a good quality, food-grade version from a Middle Eastern, Persian, or Indian market. Avoid craft brands that taste perfume-like.
The gentle poaching method keeps the chicken supremely tender and moist, crucial for party-friendly wraps that don't fall apart on the plate.
Assemble the wraps no more than 2 hours before serving to keep the lavash from drying out or becoming too soft. At parties, serve them soon after assembly.
For a larger gathering, double the recipe and set up an assembly line: lay out all lavash sheets, top with yogurt, then add chicken, pistachios, apricots, and mint in sequence for efficient rolling.

Make ahead

All components except the wrapped and rolled wraps can be prepared up to 1 day ahead. The rose-water yogurt spread, shredded chicken, and chopped apricots can be stored separately in sealed containers in the refrigerator. Toast the pistachios and chop the mint no more than 2 hours before serving to preserve their fresh quality. Assemble the wraps up to 2 hours before serving, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and chill.

Storage & reheating

Room temperature (up to 4 hours): Wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap to prevent drying; serve at room temperature or reheat in a 275°F (135°C) oven for 8–10 minutes. Refrigerator (up to 3 days): Store in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in plastic wrap; reheat on a damp paper towel in the microwave for 15–20 seconds on medium power. Freezer (up to 2 weeks): Wrap individually in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, label with the date. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then rewarm as directed for refrigerated wraps. The yogurt spread may separate slightly when frozen and thawed, but the wrap will still taste delicious.

Substitutions

food-grade rose water → orange blossom water (use 1 tsp instead of 1.5 tsp). Orange blossom water offers a similar floral note with a citrus undertone. Use sparingly as it is also potent.
pomegranate molasses → fresh lemon juice (use 2 tsp) plus a small pinch of sugar. Lemon juice adds tartness but lacks the deep pomegranate flavor; compensate by tasting as you adjust the rose water.
unsalted roasted pistachios → toasted sliced almonds or unsalted sunflower seeds. Use the same amount. These lack the delicate flavor but provide crunch and a similar visual appeal.
lavash bread → thin flour tortillas or pita bread. Lavash's thinness makes it ideal for elegant party wraps, but these alternatives work if lavash is unavailable. You may need fewer sheets depending on size.