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Mediterranean Ground Chicken Pitas: A Flavorful Delight!

Mediterranean Ground Chicken Pitas are a flavorful and healthy meal option, packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 4 whole wheat pita pockets
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad by combining the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a bowl. Toss gently to mix.
  5. Warm the pita pockets in a toaster or on a skillet for about 1-2 minutes until soft.
  6. To assemble, fill each pita pocket with the cooked ground chicken and top with the salad mixture. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the ground chicken in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Substitute ground turkey or beef for the chicken, or use a plant-based ground meat alternative for a vegetarian option.

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