Chicken with Chickpeas and Crispy Pita (Fatteh)

Ingredients

• • 1 cup (250 ml) 2% plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
  • 3 pita breads, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) squares
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 1 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 can (19 oz/540 ml) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 3 tbsp (45 ml) water
  • 3 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional) (see note)
  • 1 tbsp mint or cilantro leaves, finely chopped