Description
A delicious and flavorful Middle Eastern dish made with marinated chicken and served in pita with fresh vegetables and garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers)
- Garlic sauce for serving
Instructions
- Mix olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and ensure they are well-coated with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Slice the chicken into strips.
- Serve the chicken in pita breads filled with the chopped vegetables and drizzle garlic sauce on top.
Notes
Marinate longer for more flavor. Offers customization with different proteins and vegetarian options.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg