Description
Mediterranean Ground Chicken Pitas are a delightful fusion of flavor and freshness, perfect for any occasion. These pitas are filled with spiced ground chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy yogurt sauce, creating a meal that transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and fully customizable to suit every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- 4 soft pita breads
- 1 medium red onion, finely sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the cucumber, onion, and herbs.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Cook the chicken: Add ground chicken, cumin, and paprika to the skillet. Cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Create the sauce: Mix Greek yogurt with salt and pepper; add lemon juice or dill if desired.
- Assemble pitas: Warm pita bread slightly. Fill with seasoned chicken mixture, topping with cucumbers and onions.
- Garnish and serve: Drizzle yogurt sauce over each pita and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg