Ingredients
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 4 pita breads
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
– 1 cup diced tomatoes
– ½ cup sliced cucumbers
– ½ cup tzatziki sauce
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Greek Chicken Pita can be simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
3. Preheat Grill or Skillet: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Cook Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
5. Rest Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
6. Prepare Pitas: While the chicken rests, warm the pita breads on the grill or in a toaster.
7. Assemble Pitas: Slice the chicken into strips. Fill each pita with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and chicken.
8. Add Tzatziki: Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the fillings in each pita.
9. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle fresh parsley on top for added flavor and presentation.
10. Serve: Enjoy your Greek Chicken Pita while it’s warm!
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 38g