Description
A flavorful Middle Eastern dish featuring marinated, grilled chicken thighs served in warm pita or flatbreads, topped with fresh vegetables and sauces.
Ingredients
For the Marinade:
2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground turmeric
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
For Serving:
4–6 pita breads or flatbreads
1 cup plain yogurt or tzatziki
1 small cucumber (thinly sliced)
1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
Tahini sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, cayenne (if using), lemon juice, and yogurt.
- Add chicken thighs, coating them well in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 4-6 hours or overnight.
- For grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side. For oven cooking, preheat to 425°F (220°C) and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Let the chicken rest, then slice it thinly.
- Warm pita or flatbreads, spread with yogurt or tzatziki, add chicken slices, and top with cucumber, onion, parsley, and tomatoes. Drizzle with tahini sauce if desired.
- Roll up and serve.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Roasting
- Cuisine: middle eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pita or flatbread with chicken and toppings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg