Moroccan Chicken on Pita with Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce + French Fries

Name: Moroccan Chicken on Pita with Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce + French Fries
Cuisine: Moroccan, African
Ingredients: 2½ pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into small pieces; • 2½ tablespoons olive oil; • ⅔ cup plain Greek yogurt; • 2½ teaspoons paprika; • 2½ teaspoons cumin; • 2½ teaspoons salt; • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; • 1¼ teaspoons ginger paste; • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; • 1¼ teaspoons garlic paste; • 2½ tablespoons parsley, finely chopped; ¼ cup sunflower seed butter (unsweetened); ⅛ cup fresh parsley; ⅛ cup fresh chives; ⅛ tsp salt; ⅛ cup lemon juice + 1 tsp lemon zest; 1 tbsp olive oil; Optional: pinch of paprika for extra flavor; 3–4 tablespoons cold water (to thin to desired consistency); pita bread (8 pieces); 2 large avocados; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; ¾ cup pickled red onions; 1 cup crumbled goat cheese; frozen fries (1½–2 lbs)

24 steps

Cooking Method: Air fryer & Microwave Protein: 92g per serving

Updated at: Mon, 28 Apr 2025 21:16:12 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1530.9 kcal (77%)

Total Fat69.2 g (99%)

Carbs132.1 g (51%)

Sugars9.7 g (11%)

Protein92.9 g (186%)

Sodium3220.7 mg (161%)

Fiber14.2 g (51%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Chicken

Step 1

Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).

Step 2

Add thawed Moroccan Chicken to the air fryer basket in a single layer.

chicken thighs2.5 pounds

olive oil2 ½ tablespoons

plain Greek yogurt⅔ cup

paprika2 ½ teaspoons

cumin2 ½ teaspoons

salt2 ½ teaspoons

onion powder½ teaspoon

ginger paste1 ¼ teaspoons

black pepper½ teaspoon

turmeric½ teaspoon

garlic paste1 ¼ teaspoons

parsley2 ½ tablespoons

Step 3

Air fry for 14–16 minutes, flipping or shaking halfway through, until chicken is browned and cooked through.

Step 4

Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). (25)

Step 5

Let rest for 3–5 minutes, then slice or chop into bite-sized pieces

Step 2: Make the Lemon Herb Sunflower Sauce

Step 6

In a small blender or bowl, combine:

sunflower seed butter¼ cup

fresh parsley⅛ cup

fresh chives⅛ cup

salt⅛ tsp

lemon juice⅛ cup

lemon zest1 tsp

olive oil1 Tbsp

paprika

Step 7

Blend or whisk until the herbs are finely chopped and mixture starts coming together.

Step 8

Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and mix again.

Step 9

Gradually add 3–4 tablespoons cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach a smooth, pourable consistency.

water3 tablespoons

Step 3: Warm the Pitas + Prep Toppings

Step 10

Preheat air fryer to 400°F (204°C).

Step 11

Add 1½–2 lbs frozen fries in a single layer.

frozen fries1.5 lbs

Step 12

Air fry for 14–16 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy.

Step 13

Salt while hot.

Step 4: Cook the French Fries

Step 14

Warm 8 pitas: air fry for 1–2 minutes or heat in a pan until pliable and warm.

pita bread8 pieces

Step 15

Halve 2 cups cherry tomatoes

cherry tomatoes2 cups

Step 16

Slice 2 large avocados

avocados2

Step 17

Drain or prepare ¾ cup pickled red onions

pickled red onions¾ cup

Step 18

Set out 1 cup crumbled feta

crumbled goat cheese1 cup

Final Assembly

Step 19

Each Plate = 2 Pitas + Fries + All the Toppings

Step 20

To assemble: Fill each pita with chopped Moroccan Chicken

Step 21

Add sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, and crumbled feta

Step 22

Drizzle generously with tahini sauce

Step 23

Serve with a side of crispy fries

Step 24

Optional: add extra sauce on the side, fresh herbs, or lemon wedges

Notes

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The Spences· 11 months ago

For sauce needs Parmesean and less parsley

Moroccan Chicken on Pita with Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce + French Fries

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Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

Lemon Herb Sunflower Sauce

Pita and toppings

French Fries