Description
These Chicken Pitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Tender chicken tossed in a flavorful yogurt and herb dressing, stuffed into pita pockets with fresh veggies and feta cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly:
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 pita pockets or rounds
- Optional lettuce or spinach for layering
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss until coated.
- Assemble the Pitas: Warm pita pockets, open and fill with lettuce/spinach, chicken mixture, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and feta.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or wrap in foil for later!
Notes
- You can use hummus or tzatziki instead of yogurt for a different taste.
- Perfect for meal prep—store components separately until serving time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pita
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
