Description
Flavor-Packed Chicken Pitas are a delightful fusion of juicy, marinated chicken and crispy vegetables, all enveloped in warm, soft pita bread. Each bite bursts with savory flavors and a refreshing crunch, making it a perfect meal for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Vegetables:
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Serving:
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Cook the marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Assemble the pitas by placing a generous amount of chicken, followed by lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and red onion.
- Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the top and fold the pita in half to serve.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Marinate the chicken the night before for enhanced flavor.
- Storage: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use grilled tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita filled with chicken and vegetables
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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