Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean coast with this delightful chicken pita wrap recipe. The savory marinated chicken pairs beautifully with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm, toasted pita bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, these wraps are a flavorful, healthy, and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
🍗 3 chicken breasts
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
🧄 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
⚫ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 1/2 teaspoon thyme
🌱 1/2 teaspoon oregano
🍋 Juice of half a lemon
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil
🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Pita Wraps:
🥙 Pita bread (toast with a little avocado oil)
🥬 Shredded lettuce
🍅 Sliced tomatoes
🧅 Sliced red onions
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
🥒 1 English cucumber
🌿 3 tablespoons fresh dill
🧄 1 clove of garlic
🍋 Juice of half a lemon
🥛 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1- Marinate the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, thyme, oregano, and lemon juice.
- Allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or overnight for best results.
2- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a pan over medium to high heat.
- Add olive oil and unsalted butter. Once the butter has melted, add the marinated chicken breasts.
- Cook each side for about 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
3- Rest and Slice the Chicken:
- Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. This ensures the juices redistribute evenly.
- Once rested, slice the chicken into strips.
4- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
- Grate the English cucumber into a towel and squeeze out any excess moisture.
- In a bowl, combine the cucumber, chopped dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, and salt.
- Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
5- Assemble the Pita Wraps:
- Lightly toast the pita bread on both sides using a small amount of avocado oil.
- Spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce on the pita.
- Add shredded lettuce, sliced chicken, tomatoes, and red onions.
- Fold the pita and enjoy your delicious chicken pita wrap!
Prep Time: 10 minutes (excluding marination)
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Calories per Serving: 450
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Proteins: 35g
- Fats: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
Equipment:
- Frying pan
- Bowl
- Grater
- Knife
- Cutting board
Cooking Tips:
- Allow the chicken to marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Squeeze out excess water from the cucumber to prevent the tzatziki from becoming too watery.
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