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Greek Chicken Pita Boxes filled with tender chicken, colorful veggies, and classic gyro toppings

Greek Chicken Pita Boxes


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Greek Chicken Pita Boxes combine tender marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy tzatziki in a convenient meal prep format. This recipe delivers balanced Mediterranean flavors perfect for healthy lunches or quick dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • ½ red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cucumber grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 4 whole wheat pita breads
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • kalamata olives sliced (optional)
  • fresh parsley for garnish

  • Instructions

    1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl and coat the chicken. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

    2. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken 5–6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

    3. Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make tzatziki. Chill for at least 15 minutes.

    4. Dice tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, lettuce, and bell pepper, keeping each vegetable in separate containers.

    5. Cut pita breads in halves or quarters and gently warm them if desired.

    6. Assemble each container with pita pieces, sliced chicken, vegetables, a side of tzatziki, and a sprinkle of feta and olives. Garnish with parsley.

    7. Seal containers and refrigerate. Store for up to four days, keeping sauce separate until serving.

    8. Reheat chicken briefly or enjoy cold. Warm pita for 10–15 seconds in the microwave or a skillet before serving.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: meal prep
    • Method: grilling and assembling
    • Cuisine: Greek

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 pita box
    • Calories: 450
    • Sugar: 5
    • Sodium: 600
    • Fat: 15
    • Saturated Fat: 4
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 45
    • Fiber: 5
    • Protein: 30
    • Cholesterol: 80

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