Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for chicken)
- 2 lemons, zested & juiced (for chicken)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated (for chicken)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano (for chicken)
- Kosher salt & ground black pepper, to season
- Warm pita bread (for serving)
- Shredded lettuce, sliced cucumber, pickled red onions, crumbled feta, chopped fresh dill (optional toppings)
- 2–3 gold potatoes (about 1.5 pounds), peeled as desired & sliced into 1/3-inch fries
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for fries)
- 1 lemon, juiced & divided (for fries)
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano (for fries)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (whole milk or 2%)
- 1 lemon, zested & juiced (for yogurt drizzle)
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped or grated (for yogurt drizzle)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
- 1–2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F with one rack in the center and one under the broiler.
- Marinate chicken thighs with olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
- Arrange chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway. Finish under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until lightly charred.
- Toss potato slices with olive oil, half the lemon juice, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. Squeeze remaining lemon juice over fries.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, garlic, dill, water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust water for desired consistency.
- Assemble pitas with warm bread, chicken, fries, yogurt drizzle, and toppings of choice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Chicken can be grilled instead of roasted for a smoky flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with halloumi or roasted chickpeas.
- Sweet potatoes can be used instead of regular potatoes for the fries.
- Store leftovers separately for up to 3 days; reheat chicken and fries in the oven for best texture.
- Use gluten-free pita bread to make the meal gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting & Broiling
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita with fries and yogurt drizzle
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
