Discover the Secret to Mouthwatering Chicken Pitas at Home
Discover easy, flavorful Chicken Pitas! Perfect for quick lunches or dinners, packed with fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flair.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 lb 450g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- For the Pita Assembly:
- 4-6 pita bread rounds
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onions
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
- For the Sauce Choose One or Mix and Match:
- ½ cup hummus
- ½ cup tzatziki
- ¼ cup tahini sauce
- Optional Add-Ons:
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Kalamata olives
- Pickled jalapeños
- Hot sauce or chili flakes
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken slices and coat evenly. Marinate for 15 minutes to 2 hours.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Warm the Pita Bread:
- Warm pitas in a skillet, oven, or microwave until soft and pliable.
- Prepare Vegetables and Sauce:
- Shred lettuce, dice tomatoes, slice cucumbers, and chop parsley. Prepare or set out your chosen sauce.
- Assemble the Pitas:
- Spread sauce inside the pita pocket. Add chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and parsley. Add optional toppings if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with sides like Greek salad, roasted vegetables, or hummus.