Description
Greek Chicken Pita is a tantalizing dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Each bite features tender, marinated chicken wrapped in warm pita, complemented by fresh veggies and a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a delightful dinner with friends, this recipe is both easy to make and satisfying. Get ready to impress with this quick and flavorful recipe that will transport your taste buds to sun-kissed shores!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cucumber (grated and drained)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup tomatoes (sliced)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan on medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- While chicken cooks, prepare tzatziki by combining grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Lightly toast pita bread on the grill or skillet for pliability.
- Slice grilled chicken and assemble pitas with chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and tzatziki sauce.
- Serve warm alongside fries or Greek salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg