Lemon Chicken-Stuffed Pita Pockets

Name: Lemon Chicken-Stuffed Pita Pockets
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 lemon, zested; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 cups shredded precooked chicken; 2 tablespoons chopped kalamata olives; 1 Roma tomato, sliced; 1/2 seedless English cucumber, cut into matchsticks; 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced; 2 pita breads, cut in half

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These stuffed pita pockets are quick to make using precooked chicken mixed with a flavorful homemade lemon sauce and olives. Add red onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers and top with some feta if you like.

By

Chef Mo

Published on October 5, 2023

Ingredients

1 lemon, zested
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 tablespoons chopped Kalamata olives
1 Roma tomato, sliced
1/2 English cucumber, cut into matchsticks
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 pita breads, cut in half

Directions

Combine lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, oregano, garlic, and paprika in the jar of a blender; pulse until combined, 5 to 10 seconds.
Place chicken and olives into a bowl, pour lemon sauce over, and stir until combined.
Microwave pita bread on High until warm, about 15 seconds.
Spoon chicken mixture into pita bread halves, and top with tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Serve warm.

Recipe Tip

This is also a great recipe for leftover cooked chicken.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

809	Calories
35g	Fat
78g	Carbs
45g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 809
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g	45%
Saturated Fat 7g	37%
Cholesterol 127mg	42%
Sodium 801mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 78g	28%
Dietary Fiber 5g	20%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 45g
Vitamin C 41mg	203%
Calcium 174mg	13%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 822mg	17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.