Description
Mediterranean chicken pita wraps blend zesty spices with fresh ingredients for a delightful culinary journey. Crisp vegetables, tender marinated chicken, and creamy tzatziki create a perfect harmony you’ll savor with each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) feta cheese, crumbled
Herbs and Spices:
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley (or alternative herbs like mint, basil, dill)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables and Accompaniments:
- 1 cup (150 grams) Persian cucumbers, chopped
- 1 cup (150 grams) cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup (150 grams) red bell pepper, chopped
- ¼ cup (40 grams) red onion, diced
- 8 pieces whole wheat pita bread (thin variety recommended, e.g., Joseph’s)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) tzatziki
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Submerge chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Let the flavors infuse for a minimum of 15-45 minutes.
- Prepare the Mediterranean salsa by finely chopping cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley in a separate bowl.
- Incorporate crumbled feta cheese into the vegetable mixture, drizzling with lemon juice and seasoning with salt and pepper. Optional olive oil can enhance the salsa’s richness.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a light coating of cooking spray.
- Arrange marinated chicken pieces in a single layer, cooking for 3-5 minutes per side until golden and thoroughly cooked.
- Simultaneously, warm pita breads on a griddle or skillet, creating soft and pliable wraps.
- Construct each wrap by layering cooked chicken, generous portions of Mediterranean salsa, and a creamy dollop of tzatziki sauce.
- Carefully fold or roll the pita, securing the flavorful ingredients within the soft bread.
- Serve immediately, allowing the fresh ingredients to shine with their vibrant Mediterranean essence.
Notes
- Marinating is crucial for infusing deep, rich flavors into the chicken, transforming an ordinary dish into a Mediterranean delight.
- Chopping vegetables uniformly ensures balanced taste and texture in the Mediterranean salsa, creating a fresh and vibrant filling.
- Cooking chicken at medium-high heat helps achieve a golden-brown exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
- Warming pitas before assembling prevents tearing and enhances the wrap’s overall eating experience.
- Tzatziki sauce adds a cool, creamy contrast to the grilled chicken, elevating the wrap’s flavor profile.
- Serve immediately after assembly to maintain the pita’s softness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg