Grilled Chicken Pita

Oh, Grilled Chicken Pita. It sounds fancy, right? But honestly, it’s just a beautifully chaotic blend of grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and warm pita bread. It’s simple enough for a Monday dinner yet fancy enough to trick your friends into thinking you’ve mastered adulting. Seriously, this dish is like a hug wrapped in pita — truly the perfect combo of juicy and crispy.

So, funny thing, my husband practically drools every time he hears “Grilled Chicken Pita” on the menu. My kids, those adorable picky monsters, even devour these like they’re going out of style. It’s like a tradition now. Friday night, some people do pizza; we roll with pita. We’ve had more than a few hysterical moments over sinking our teeth into these bad boys — like the time my youngest tried to wear the pita on his head. Good times.

Why You’ll Love This Grilled Chicken Pita

– It’s a lazy cook’s dream but tastes like a dream.
– Pita makes everything handheld, so you can eat while standing at the window, pretending to care about the yard.
– Tastes bomb and makes you look like you tried hard even if you threw it together during a podcast.

How to Make It

So, first off, grill that chicken. I mean, marinate it if you’ve got the foresight, but let’s be real — half the time I just wing it. Slather on some salt, pepper, and whatever you find in the spice cabinet, then grill until it’s looking tasty. I have been distracted by podcasts and burnt a few — don’t skip checking! Once that’s done, throw in some veggies. And by throw, I mean lovingly place them in the pita with a pretend chef’s kiss.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken: The star! Just don’t grill it to shoe level.
– Pita Bread: Holds it all together. I mean, don’t skip this unless you like juggling fillings.
– Veggies: Get creative or just grab the needy ones from the crisper. Either works.

Recipe Steps:

1. Grill chicken with any spices you find.
2. Warm pita bread however you want.
3. Fill pita with grilled chicken and veggies.
4. Serve, eat, enjoy, repeat.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Hoard extra napkins — trust me. If your veggies are sad, toss ’em in olive oil and salt; they love it. Burn the chicken? Chop it small, call it “crispy bits.”

Storage Tips

Leftovers go in the fridge, if any survive. Cold Grilled Chicken Pita is surprisingly delightful at 3 a.m. who knew? Or even cold and in bed for brunch. No judgment here.

Variations and Substitutions

Let’s be real: I once used lettuce as pita ‘cause that’s what I had. Need a sauce? Mayo, ketchup, or that pink hummus — all fair game. Desserts on the side? Pretty much anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Grilled Chicken Pita

This grilled chicken pita is a flavorful and healthy meal packed with tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb boneless chicken breast
• ▢ 4 pita breads pita pockets
• ▢ 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt for sauce
• ▢ 1 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
• ▢ 1 clove garlic minced
• ▢ 1 tsp ground cumin
• ▢ 0.25 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper
• ▢ 1 cup chopped cucumber for topping
• ▢ 1 cup chopped tomatoes for topping
• ▢ 0.5 cup sliced red onion for topping
• ▢ 0.5 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
• Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and grill chicken for 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
• Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
• Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a toaster for 1-2 minutes.
• Spread a spoonful of Greek yogurt on each pita, add sliced chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and garnish with parsley.
• Serve immediately and enjoy your grilled chicken pita!

Notes

This pita can be served with a side of tzatziki sauce or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.