Chicken Pitta Pockets With Hummus Drizzle Recipes

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GRILLED CHICKEN GREEK PITA POCKETS



Grilled Chicken Greek Pita Pockets image

Provided by Katie

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced garlic cloves
1 1/2 tablespoons Greek Seasoning
1 large lemon, juiced
Zest of 1 large lemon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 lb. Chicken Breasts
Chicken Marinade
1 lb. Greek Marinated Grilled Chicken, sliced thin
Pita Pockets
Baby Spinach or Shredded Romaine Lettuce
Thinly Sliced Red Onion
Chopped or Thinly Sliced English Cucumber, unpeeled
Artichoke Hearts, quartered
Kalamata Olives
Chopped Tomatoes
Tzatziki Sauce
Fresh Dill
Crumbled Feta

Steps:

  • Marinating the Chicken for the PitasPound the chicken so it is even thickness. Measure the marinade ingredients into a large glass measuring cup or mixing bowl. Whisk using a wire whisk until well combined. Add the chicken to a glass bowl or other container. Then, pour the marinade over, cover, and transfer to the refrigerator. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 4 hours. Cooking the Grilled Chicken for the PitasPreheat the grill to 450 degrees F. After marinating, remove the chicken from the marinade, and pat dry. Cook the chicken on the preheated grill for 5 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees F internal temperature. Remove the chicken from the grill. Let it rest on a plate for 5 minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips. Assembling the Greek Chicken PitasStuff pitas with chicken and additional toppings in desired amounts. Add crumbled feta cheese and fresh dill for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 42 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 7 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 495 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS



Greek Grilled Chicken Pitas image

I switched up my mom's recipe to create this tasty pita pocket variation. It's delicious and perfect for warm days, with a creamy cucumber sauce that goes great with fresh, crunchy veggies. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
PITAS:
8 pita pocket halves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken in vinaigrette, covered, in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. If grilling the chicken, lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-7 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into strips. Fill each pita half with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and cheese; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 801mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

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