Description
Savor the delightful blend of juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy garlic sauce wrapped in warm pita pockets—perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cups lettuce or spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and oregano in a bowl. Add chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook marinated chicken on a preheated grill or skillet over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Slice into strips.
- Prepare garlic sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Warm pita bread on the grill or microwave for about 15 seconds until pliable.
- Assemble by placing sliced chicken inside warmed pitas, topping with fresh greens, and drizzling with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita pocket (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Swap chicken for lamb or tofu to create different flavor profiles. - Add spices like cumin or smoked paprika to the marinade for extra zest.