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Simple Pan Chicken Pitas In 10 Minutes

Delicious Simple Pan Chicken Pitas In 10 Minutes Flat

Enjoy these Simple Pan Chicken Pitas in just 10 minutes, featuring lemon-garlic chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts Substitute chicken thighs for extra richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (fresh) Lime juice works as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Italian seasoning can replace it.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can add a unique flavor.
  • to taste Salt & black pepper Adjust according to your taste.
For the Pitas
  • 4 pieces Pita bread Gluten-free pitas are available.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or olive oil Optional for warming pitas.
Toppings
  • 2 cups Romaine lettuce (shredded) Any leafy green can be a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes (diced) Cherry tomatoes can be halved.
  • 1 cup Cucumber (sliced) Bell peppers can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Red onion (thinly sliced) Switch to green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese (crumbled) Goat cheese can be a good alternative.
  • 1 cup Tzatziki sauce Hummus can be tried for variation.
  • to taste Hot sauce Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 1 pieces Lemon wedges Serve alongside for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Meat Tenderizer
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • microwave

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by gently pounding the boneless skinless chicken breasts to a uniform thickness of ¾ inch, ensuring even cooking.
  2. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, paprika, minced garlic, and lemon juice mixed with olive oil.
  3. Allow the chicken to marinate for about 10 minutes while gathering remaining ingredients.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  2. Carefully place the marinated chicken into the pan and sear for about 6-7 minutes on each side.
  3. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Warming Pitas
  1. While the chicken is resting, warm the pita bread in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side, or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for about 20 seconds.
Preparing Toppings
  1. Shred the romaine lettuce, dice the tomatoes, slice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese and arrange all components ready for assembly.
Assembling
  1. Spread tzatziki sauce on a warm pita, layer with slices of chicken, and add the prepared veggies and crumbled feta.
  2. Fold the pita in half to create a pocket filled with Mediterranean flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and enjoy customizing toppings to suit your taste.

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