Spicy Moorish Chicken in Pita: Quick and Savory

The thing I like about chicken is its flexibility. It readily adapts to the flavors it's combined with and so we find Coq au Vin, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, and chicken fahitas. Last year my father and I spent a weekend at a cabin in the mountains. I knew we'd have a stove, but as for cooking equipment I had no idea what would be available, so I bought some chicken thighs, packed a good skillet, and planned this meal. (Larger image.)

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs; cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves; finely chopped
• Moorish spice mixture (see below)
• 4 green onions; cut into 1/2" lengths
• 8 - 10 cherry tomatoes; cut in half
• 1/4 cup yogurt

Preparation:

Moorish Spice Mixture

1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat.

2. Add spices and cook, stirring, for about two minutes. This allows the spice flavors to "bloom."

3. Add chicken and brown on all sides; 7 - 8 minutes.

4. Stir in garlic, onions, and tomatoes and cook 1 minute longer.

5. Stir in yogurt, remove from heat, cover, and let rest for 2 - 3 minutes.

6. Stuff into pita. Fills two pita halves.

Note: Asparagus Vinaigrette is a great side dish with this.

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