Made By Emily
Chicken

Easy Greek Chicken Pita Pockets

Recipe Summary

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Course: Lunch/Dinner
  • Calories: 450

Ingredients

  • 4 whole wheat pita pockets
  • 2 cups (300 g) cooked chicken breast, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (1 g) dill
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Yogurt Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and black pepper. Stir well until the mixture is smooth. Set it aside while you prepare the remaining ingredients.

  2. Warm the Pita Pockets: If desired, lightly warm the pita pockets in a small skillet over low heat for about 1-2 minutes per side or microwave them for about 15-20 seconds. This will make them more pliable and enjoyable to eat.

  3. Assemble the Pitas: Slice the warmed pita pockets open. Begin by filling each one with a generous amount of sliced chicken, followed by the diced cucumber, tomato, and red onion.

  4. Add the Sauce: Spoon a good dollop of the yogurt sauce over the filling in each pita.

  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately as a flavorful, refreshing meal or pack them up for lunch!

Recipe Notes

  • Keep the yogurt sauce refrigerated until ready to use; this enhances its creaminess.
  • For additional crunch, add some lettuce or spinach to your pitas.
  • Always check the pita pockets for freshness; stale pitas can crack when filled.

Nutrition Estimate

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fat: 12 g