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Delicious Greek Chicken Pitas

Delicious Greek Chicken Pitas

Tender, marinated Greek chicken served warm in soft pita bread with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a light lunch or satisfying dinner.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Pitas
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
For Assembly & Toppings
  • 4 Pita breads Greek style or standard
  • 1 cup Tzatziki sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup English cucumber Diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese Crumbled

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Add the cubed chicken to the marinade, toss to coat thoroughly, and cover. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 4 hours for best flavor.
  3. Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan (work in batches if necessary). Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
  4. While the chicken cooks, warm the pita breads according to package directions (usually wrapped in foil in the oven or quickly heated on a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side).
  5. Assemble the pitas: Lay open a warm pita. Spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce inside. Top with the cooked chicken, followed by the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese.
  6. Fold the pita around the filling and serve immediately. Offer extra tzatziki on the side for dipping.

Notes

For an extra authentic touch, lightly char the chicken cubes after cooking using a broiler for 1 minute. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before assembly.
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