Nacho Chicken Pitas
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these vibrant Nacho Chicken Pitas! Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken is cooked to perfection in a skillet, then nestled into warm, fluffy pita bread for a hearty base. Topped with layers of melty cheddar cheese, cool sour cream, zesty salsa, and fresh veggies like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives, these pitas bring all the bold, Tex-Mex-inspired flavors you love in nachos, but in a portable, easy-to-handle format. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for a quick, satisfying meal or a playful party dish. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of vibrant flavor, and watch these customizable pitas become your new mealtime favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 0.5 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
In a small mixing bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
Sprinkle the spice mix over the chicken pieces, tossing to coat evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
While the chicken cooks, warm the pita bread in the oven or microwave until soft and pliable.
To assemble, place a generous spoonful of cooked chicken in the center of each pita.
Top the chicken with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a spoonful of salsa.
Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives as desired.
Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top for added freshness, if using.
Fold or close the pita, securing with a toothpick if needed, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 1088 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.6 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 530 mg | 11% | |
*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.
