Description
Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired Crispy Pita with Chicken Feta, featuring warm, golden baked pita pockets filled with a creamy mixture of shredded chicken, tangy feta, Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs, topped with a refreshing diced cucumber and tomato salad for a healthy, satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Pita and Toppings
- 4 pita breads (halved or opened into pockets)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced tomato
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- Fresh parsley or mint for garnish (optional)
Chicken Feta Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded or chopped chicken breast
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for crisping the pita breads evenly.
- Prepare the Pitas: Brush both sides of each pita half with olive oil to help achieve a golden, crispy texture when baked. Arrange them on a baking sheet in a single layer for even cooking.
- Bake the Pitas: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 6–8 minutes. Flip the pita halves halfway through the baking time to ensure both sides become crisp and golden brown.
- Make the Chicken Feta Mixture: In a bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
- Prepare the Fresh Vegetable Topping: In a separate small bowl, mix together the diced cucumber, tomato, and thinly sliced red onion. Set aside for topping later.
- Assemble the Pitas: Once the pita breads are crispy and warm, spoon generous amounts of the chicken and feta mixture into each pita half (or spread on whole pitas if preferred). Then top with the fresh vegetable mixture.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a sprig of fresh parsley or mint to each pita for a burst of color and flavor, then serve immediately to enjoy the warm, crispy texture paired with the creamy chicken filling.
Notes
- Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor.
- For an enhanced taste, warm the chicken mixture slightly before assembling.
- This recipe works well as a pita pizza: spread the mixture over whole pitas and bake until heated through.
