Open Faced Chicken Souvlaki Pitas Recipes

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OPEN-FACE CHICKEN PITAS



Open-Face Chicken Pitas image

Deli chicken takes the place of lamb in these easy-to-assemble gyro sandwiches.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken, without skin (from 2- to 2 1/2-lb chicken)
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
4 Greek-style pita fold breads (7 inch)
1/3 cup refrigerated hummus
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
2 plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (2 oz)
Plain yogurt or sour cream, if desired
1 green onion, sliced (1 tablespoon)

Steps:

  • In medium microwavable bowl, mix chicken and Greek seasoning. Microwave uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot. Cover to keep warm.
  • Heat pita folds as directed on package. Spread each pita fold with about 1 tablespoon hummus. Top with 1/2 cup warm chicken, the cucumber, tomatoes and cheese. Serve topped with yogurt and onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 950 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CHICKEN SOUVLAKI PITAS



Chicken Souvlaki Pitas image

These chicken souvlaki pitas are a favorite at our house, especially in summer. With just a few ingredients and a grill, we can enjoy a gourmet-style Greek dinner that's a snap to put together. Of course, a simple Greek salad on the side is a nice addition. - Becky A. Drees, Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium lemons, divided
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 pita pocket halves
1 carton (8 ounces) refrigerated tzatziki sauce
Optional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber and sliced red onion

Steps:

  • Cut 3 lemons crosswise in half; squeeze juice from lemons. Transfer to a large bowl or shallow dish. Whisk in oil, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate 1 hour. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thinly slice remaining lemon. On 6 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken and lemon slices. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally. Remove chicken from kabobs; discard lemon slices. Serve chicken in pita pockets with tzatziki sauce and toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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