Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pockets
Elevate your lunch or dinner routine with these vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pockets—an irresistible fusion of bold Mediterranean flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy, golden-brown chicken strips are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and cumin, then paired with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy red onions. Nestled inside warm, soft pita bread and drizzled with creamy tzatziki sauce, these handheld delights are perfect for a quick, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is a breeze to make with just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or need a healthy, flavorful dish on the go, these Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pockets are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 4 ounces Feta cheese
- 0.5 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and place them in a mixing bowl.
Add olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the chicken. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and crumble the feta cheese. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden-brown color. Remove from heat.
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or toaster for 1-2 minutes, or until soft and pliable.
Assemble the pita pockets by cutting each pita in half to create pockets. Stuff each pocket with cooked chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
Drizzle tzatziki sauce inside each pita pocket and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pockets!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1950 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 405 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 5265 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 157.4 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 832 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2437 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
