Warm Greek Sandwiches
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with these irresistible Warm Greek Sandwiches! Perfectly seasoned grilled chicken breast is layered atop warm, soft pita bread, accompanied by crisp cucumber slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy red onion. A sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, salty touch, while a drizzle of homemade Greek yogurt sauce infused with fresh dill and lemon juice ties it all together. These sandwiches are fast and easy to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking, making them a quick yet flavorful meal option for lunch or dinner. Whether you're craving vibrant Greek flavors or searching for a healthy, satisfying recipe, these Warm Greek Sandwiches are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups crumbled feta cheese
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
Instructions
1. Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Season the chicken breasts with dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and cook the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
4. While the chicken rests, thinly slice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
5. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh dill to make a tangy yogurt sauce.
6. Lightly brush the pita bread with the remaining olive oil and warm them in a dry skillet or in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 3-4 minutes.
7. Assemble the sandwiches by layering sliced chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese onto the warm pita bread. Drizzle the yogurt sauce on top.
8. Fold the pita bread in half or roll it up, securing it with parchment paper or toothpicks if needed.
9. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your homemade Warm Greek Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.5 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 808 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 136 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 573 mg | 12% | |
*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.
