Turkish Sumac Chicken Pita Bowls

These Turkish Sumac Chicken Pita Bowls are tangy, herby and satisfying, with bold Mediterranean flavours in a bowl.

Sliced sumac chicken, crisp vegetables, pickled red onion, feta and a generous drizzle of garlic yogurt sauce sit over rice or bulgur, served with warm pita bread for a fresh, colourful meal.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Tangy, herby and satisfying Mediterranean flavour
• Juicy sumac chicken with garlic yogurt sauce
• Crisp vegetables, pickled onion and feta in every bite
• Easy to build and perfect with warm pita

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the chicken with the sumac, olive oil, garlic, dried oregano, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to overnight.
2. Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through. Let it rest, then slice.
3. Mix the Greek yogurt with minced garlic, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and chopped herbs to make the garlic yogurt sauce. Set aside.
4. Cook the rice or bulgur. Chop the cucumbers, tomatoes and herbs. Use store-bought or quick-pickle red onions for a tangy bite.
5. Add rice or bulgur to a bowl, top with the sliced sumac chicken, vegetables, pickled onions, feta and a generous drizzle of garlic yogurt sauce. Serve with warm pita bread.

Tips & Variations

• Marinate overnight if you have time, for the deepest sumac and garlic flavour.
• Let the chicken rest before slicing so it stays juicy.
• Use chicken breasts instead of thighs if you prefer, and watch them closely so they do not dry out.

Recipe Summary

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4