Mediterranean Chicken Pita Tacos Recipes

20 MINUTE MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN PITA SANDWICH RECIPE

20 Minute Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich Recipe image

Twenty minutes is all you need to whip up this simple yet satisfying Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich!

Provided by The Wanderlust Kitchen

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Pinch of allspice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless (skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1/2" cubes)
5 ounces nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of salt
4 pieces of pita bread
1 large cucumber (peeled and sliced)
2 large tomatoes (sliced)
1/4 cup crumbled Feta cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk together the cumin, turmeric, garlic powder, paprika, allspice, and vegetable oil. Add the diced chicken pieces and toss well to coat.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken in a single layer and allow it cook for 2 minutes undisturbed. Continue to saute the chicken until cooked through, another 2-3 minutes.
Meanwhile, make the sauce by whisking together the Greek yogurt, oregano, olive oil, and salt to taste.
Assemble the pita sandwiches by spreading one quarter of the yogurt sauce over each of the four pitas, then topping with cooked chicken, cucumber and tomato slices, and topping with crumbled Feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 613 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 65 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Sodium 586 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g

MEDITERRANEAN CHOPPED-CHICKEN PITA

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Cut this sandwich into wedges and eat it like a pizza.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves (3 to 4 halves)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing and drizzling
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 6-inch pitas
1 1/3 cups prepared hummus
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (about 4 ounces)
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 4 ounces)
1/2 small head radicchio, thinly sliced (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup crumbled feta (2 ounces)
1 lemon, quartered

Steps:

Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush chicken with oil; season with salt and pepper. Brush grates with oil. Grill chicken, turning once, until cooked through and lightly marked in spots, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board. When cool enough to handle, cut into strips.
Brush both sides of each pita with oil. Grill, flipping once, until lightly marked and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Spread hummus on one side of each pita. Top with chicken, tomatoes, scallions, radicchio, and feta. Drizzle with oil; serve immediately with lemon.

MARINATED MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN PITA AND SLAW

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Chicken skewers, marinated in coleslaw dressing and spices, are grilled and served with pita bread and a refreshing cabbage slaw.

Provided by Marie's Dressings

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1 cup Marie's® Original Coleslaw dressing
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cumin
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 boneless chicken breasts, cut in large bite-sized pieces
1 large onion, chopped in large pieces
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water
½ head green cabbage, shredded
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley, chopped
½ cup Marie's® Original Coleslaw dressing
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 pieces pita bread
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
Marie's® Original Coleslaw dressing, for drizzling

Steps:

Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, whisk together Marie's Original Coleslaw dressing, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Alternate pieces of chicken and onion onto each skewer, then place skewers in a shallow baking dish. Pour the marinade mixture over the chicken skewers, coating them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
Prepare the slaw: In a large bowl, stir together the cabbage, onion, parsley, and Marie's Original Coleslaw dressing until thoroughly combined. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for an extra kick of spice, if you like.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grates with a little oil to coat and grill the marinated chicken skewers. Turn skewers occasionally until chicken is fully cooked, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a platter and serve immediately with warm pita bread, slaw, sliced tomatoes, and extra Marie's Original Coleslaw dressing for drizzling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 calories, Carbohydrate 56.6 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 880.2 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN LETTUCE WRAP TACOS

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With only 350 calories, this recipe from The Cheesecake Factory's new SkinnyLicious Menu makes a light and healthy lunch option.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 4-inch-long, 1-inch-thick strips
2 teaspoons Mediterranean Spice
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette for Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos
4 romaine lettuce leaves, shredded
1 tablespoon thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup Red-Wine Vinaigrette for Mediterranean Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos
1/4 cup Tzatziki
12 butter lettuce leaves
4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 ounces crumbled feta cheese
12 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

Preheat a grill pan over high heat. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon Mediterranean spice and place on grill. Cook, basting with balsamic vinaigrette and turning once, until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Season chicken with remaining teaspoon Mediterranean spice and remove from grill; set aside.
Place shredded romaine lettuce and red onions in a medium bowl; drizzle with red-wine vinaigrette and toss to combine. Divide mixture evenly among butter lettuce leaves and drizzle each with 1 teaspoon tzatziki.
Top each taco with 1 piece of chicken and garnish with chopped tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives. Season with parsley, basil, and oregano; serve.

SPICY CHICKEN TOMATO PITAS

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I'm not sure if this is a Mediterranean dish with a southwestern flair or the other way around. All I know is that it's ideal for a summer dinner. The tomato relish is yummy as an appetizer with tortilla chips, so you may want to double it. -Cori Cooper, Boise, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

TOMATO RELISH:
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
CHICKEN PITAS:
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves

Steps:

In a bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. Add tomatoes, onion and parsley; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving., Combine cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, pepper flakes and salt; rub seasonings onto both sides of chicken. On a lightly oiled grill, cook chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., Cut chicken into slices. Serve in pita halves with relish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN SANDWICHES

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I copied this delightful recipe when I was in Italy visiting my Aunt Elsa. The refreshing sandwich filling is nicely flavored with oregano and mint. I like it tucked into chewy pita bread. -Marcia Fuller, Sheridan, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup sliced quartered seeded cucumber
1/2 cup sliced sweet onion
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 whole wheat pita pocket halves, warmed
6 lettuce leaves

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken for 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from the skillet; cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, tomatoes, cucumber and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, oregano, mint and salt. Pour over chicken mixture; toss gently., Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Line pita halves with lettuce; fill with chicken mixture, using a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges