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chicken pita recipe​

20-Minute Chicken Pita Recipe That Will Blow Your Mind

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A simple and delicious chicken pita recipe that’s perfect for a quick meal. Tender chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy sauce stuffed in warm pita bread.

  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 pita bread rounds
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onions
  • 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into thin strips.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until fully done.
  4. Warm pita bread in a toaster or oven for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Fill each pita with cooked chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions.
  6. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pita for a healthier option.
  • Add cucumber slices for extra crunch.
  • Replace tzatziki with hummus if preferred.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg