Aromatic Lebanese Chicken Pitas with Cucumber Mint Salad

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp salt
• 8 pita bread
• 2 cups cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, and 1 tsp salt. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, up to 24 hours.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, combine the diced cucumber, chopped mint, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss to coat and set aside.