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Mediterranean Chicken Pita

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Total Time 22 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 430
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Fresh, flavorful, and easy to pack, these Mediterranean Chicken Pitas make a satisfying high-protein lunch without a lot of fuss. Tender seasoned chicken gets tucked into a soft whole-wheat pita with creamy hummus, crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, red onion, greens, and a sprinkle of feta. It’s a little bit of sunshine in your lunch bag, and it holds up beautifully for a workday meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 whole-wheat pitas
  • 1/2 cup hummus
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup diced tomato
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. 1
    Season the chicken. In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. 2
    Cook the chicken. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. 3
    Prepare the fillings. While the chicken cooks, chop the cucumber, tomato, and red onion. Warm the pitas briefly if desired.
  4. 4
    Build the pitas. Spread about 2 tablespoons of hummus inside each pita. Add the greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and cooked chicken.
  5. 5
    Finish. Sprinkle with feta and fresh parsley, then drizzle with lemon juice.
  6. 6
    Serve. Fold the pitas and serve immediately, or wrap tightly for an easy portable lunch.
Note

Midge's Tip

Midge's Tip: Short on time? Use pre-cooked chicken strips or shredded rotisserie chicken instead of cooking the chicken from scratch. It's an easy shortcut that makes this workday lunch come together in minutes.

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