For the spiced chicken:

• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 cup neutral oil, such as canola oil or grapeseed oil, plus more for cooking
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated garlic
• 2 teaspoons Diamond-Crystal Kosher Salt (or 1 teaspoon Morton Kosher Salt or fine sea salt)
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

For the white sauce:

• 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 to 3 tablespoons water
• Salt, to taste
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)

For the rice:

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 whole green cardamom pods
• 2 shallots, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 2 cups long-grain basmati rice, preferably aged
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons Diamond-Crystal Kosher Salt (or 1 teaspoon Morton Kosher Salt or fine sea salt)

For serving:

• Diced tomato
• Shredded lettuce
• Hot sauce, such as harissa or Sriracha
• Warm pita