Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 people
Level
easy
Rating
This home-cook friendly version of the street-food classic achieves crispy, charred edges by roasting marinated chicken thighs at a high temperature on a sheet pan. It captures the authentic warmth of cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon without requiring a vertical rotisserie spit.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, half of the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and salt.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss until thoroughly coated in the spiced marinade.
Spread the chicken out in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil.
Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the edges are crispy and browned.
While the chicken roasts, make the sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt with the remaining minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Remove chicken from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips against the grain.
Serve the sliced chicken inside warm pita bread topped with the garlic yogurt sauce and fresh vegetables.

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