Light Greek Chicken Pita Pockets (Print Version)

Tender grilled chicken in warm pita pockets with crisp cucumber tomato salad and creamy yogurt sauce. A healthy Mediterranean favorite ready in 35 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 garlic clove, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cucumber Tomato Salad

09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
11 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
15 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Yogurt Sauce

16 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, low-fat or nonfat
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
18 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
19 - 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
20 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Assembly

21 - 4 whole wheat pita breads
22 - 1 cup shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce
23 - Extra lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, tossing to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 10 minutes, up to 1 hour for deeper flavor development.
02 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken breasts for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a cutting board, rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently and set aside.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
05 - Warm pita breads slightly, then cut each in half to form pockets. Layer each pocket with shredded lettuce, sliced chicken, a generous spoonful of salad, and a dollop of yogurt sauce. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in under 40 minutes, which means weeknight dinners stop feeling like a chore.
  • The yogurt sauce is tangy enough that you won't miss heavy dressings or mayo.
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble right before eating, perfect for meal prep mornings.
02 -
  • Slice the chicken against the grain, not with it, or you'll end up with tough, stringy pieces that won't sit nicely in the pita.
  • The lettuce layer is essential—it acts as a protective barrier that keeps the warm chicken from turning the pita into a soggy mess.
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before marinating so it browns better and cooks more evenly.
  • If your yogurt sauce tastes too thick, thin it with a tablespoon of water or extra lemon juice rather than adding more yogurt.
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