Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup plain yogurt (unsweetened)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Water (to thin as needed)
  • 4 pita breads
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Sliced cucumber
  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Thinly sliced red onion

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, tossing to coat. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. Gradually add water until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. Thinly slice the grilled chicken. Place slices in pita bread, add desired toppings (tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, onions), and drizzle with tahini sauce.
  5. Serve warm with side dishes and extra tahini sauce on the side.