GRILLED CHICKEN PITA SANDWICH RECIPES

Name: Greek Grilled Chicken Pitas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves; CUCUMBER SAUCE:; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; PITAS:; 8 pita pocket halves; 1/2 cup sliced cucumber; 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, chopped; 1/2 cup sliced red onion; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE IT

Greek Grilled Chicken Pitas Recipe: How to Make It image

I switched up my mom’s recipe to create this tasty pita pocket variation. It’s one of our favorite grilled chicken recipes and is perfect for warm days. The creamy cucumber sauce goes great with the fresh, crunchy veggies. —Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
PITAS:
8 pita pocket halves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Marinate chicken in vinaigrette, covered, in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. If grilling the chicken, lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-7 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into strips. Fill each pita half with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and cheese; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, FatContent 14g fat (6g saturated fat), CholesterolContent 85mg cholesterol, SodiumContent 801mg sodium, CarbohydrateContent 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, FiberContent 3g fiber), ProteinContent 33g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN BRUSCHETTA - SKINNYTASTE

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Grilled Chicken Bruschetta is a summer staple in my house! Basically a caprese made with juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, red onion, garlic and balsamic, a delicious weeknight meal!

Provided by Gina

Categories Dinner

Total Time 15 minutes

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 medium vine ripe tomatoes
2 small cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tbsp fresh basil leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp extra virgin oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
3 oz part skim mozzarella (diced (omit for whole30, paleo))
1.25 lbs 8 thin sliced chicken cutlets

Steps:

Combine onion, olive oil, balsamic, 1/4 tsp kosher salt and pepper. Set aside a few minutes.
Chop tomatoes and place in a large bowl. Combine with garlic, basil, onion-balsamic combo and additional 1/8 tsp salt and pepper to taste. Set aside and let it sit at least 10 minutes or as long as overnight.
Toss in the cheese when ready to serve.
Season chicken with salt and fresh pepper.
Preheat the grill to medium-high, clean and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the chicken 2 minutes on each side, set aside on a platter and top with bruschetta and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 pieces, Calories 282 kcal, CarbohydrateContent 7 g, ProteinContent 38.5 g, FatContent 11 g, SaturatedFatContent 3.5 g, CholesterolContent 116 mg, SodiumContent 173 mg, FiberContent 1.5 g, SugarContent 0.5 g

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