Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich
Craving a quick and flavor-packed meal that transports your taste buds to the Mediterranean? This Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich recipe is the perfect solution! Featuring tender, marinated chicken breasts grilled to perfection, it's infused with the zesty goodness of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic spices like oregano and cumin. Nestled inside warm, whole wheat pita bread, each bite is layered with fresh cucumber, tomato, red onion, creamy crumbled feta, and a refreshing homemade Greek yogurt sauce with dill and parsley. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy and versatile recipe is ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Bursting with vibrant ingredients and authentic flavors, these pita sandwiches bring Mediterranean cuisine straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, thinly sliced
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and ensure they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the yogurt sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and parsley in a small bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and juices run clear. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
Warm the pita breads on the grill for about 1 minute per side until soft and pliable.
Assemble the pita sandwiches: Open each pita, spread a spoonful of yogurt sauce inside, and add slices of grilled chicken.
Top with sliced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
Serve immediately while the pita is warm, and enjoy your Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.7 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 5378 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.8 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 196.2 g | 392% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 914 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2392 mg | 51% | |
*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.
