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Greek-Inspired Chicken Pitas

Allie Hagerty
Light, lemony, Mediterranean chicken pitas are the perfect lunch option! This chicken pita recipe is an easy and healthy dish for summer.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2 Pitas
Calories 433 kcal

Equipment

  • non-stick pan
  • mixing bowls
  • measuring spoons
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast cubed into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons greek yogurt plain
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt kosher
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pitas
  • 2 tbsp hummus
  • 1 cup romaine shredded
  • 8 cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons feta crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 °F.
  • Add the chicken, greek yogurt, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to a small bowl. Miix to combine and set in the fridge while you prepare your toppings (chop romaine, tomatoes, onions, etc.).
  • Once you are done preparing veggies, heat olive oil in your saucepan on medium high. Once the oil is hot and glistening, add chicken and cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. While the chicken is cooking, heat pitas in the oven for 5-8 minutes. 
  • To assemble your pitas, start with the hummus directly on your pita and spread.Then add chicken, veggies, and top with feta and hot sauce! Serve immediately.

Notes

These pitas are amazing for meal prep! Simply make the components and assemble when you are ready to enjoy. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 433kcalCarbohydrates: 26.4gProtein: 44.1gFat: 15.7gSaturated Fat: 3.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.4gCholesterol: 103.1mgPotassium: 596.6mgFiber: 3.2gSugar: 4.7g
Keyword Chicken, greek, lunch, mediterranean
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