Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread or wraps (for serving)
- Fresh vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers for serving)
- 1/4 cup tahini (optional)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked (165°F).
- Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Mix tahini with leftover marinade or yogurt and add lemon juice to achieve desired consistency.
- Place sliced chicken in pita or wraps with fresh veggies and drizzle with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wrap (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg