Description

Chicken Pitas are a delicious, quick, and customizable meal made with tender grilled or roasted chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy yogurt sauce all wrapped in a soft pita bread. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a casual meal.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
4 pita bread pockets
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
1 tomato, diced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup lettuce, shredded
¼ cup feta cheese (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon tahini (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano

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Instructions

Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the chicken breasts with this mixture and set aside.
Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the grill and set aside to rest for a few minutes. Slice into thin strips.
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and oregano. Add a pinch of salt to taste.
Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a dry skillet for a few minutes.
To assemble, place slices of chicken in each pita pocket, then top with cucumber, tomato, onion, lettuce, and feta cheese (if using). Drizzle with the yogurt sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

For a grilled veggie version, add grilled zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra flavor.If you like heat, add hot sauce or sliced jalapeños to the pitas.Use fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley to elevate the flavor of the chicken.For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pita bread or lettuce wraps.To make this dish more filling, add roasted sweet potatoes, beans, or quinoa inside the pitas.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pita
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg