Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Pitas, filled with a flavorful mixture of Greek yogurt, chicken, and fresh vegetables, all wrapped in warm pita bread. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional Fillings:
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 pita pockets (halved or whole)
- Optional chopped lettuce or baby spinach
Instructions
- Mix the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Add Chicken: Mix in the cooked chicken until well coated.
- Prepare Pitas: Warm pita bread if desired. Stuff each pita with the chicken mixture.
- Add Fillings: Add cucumber, tomato, red onion, and feta cheese. Include lettuce or spinach if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for a quick lunch option.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- Enhance with chopped olives or hot sauce for more flavor.
- For a low-carb option, serve the filling in lettuce wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pita
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
