Fruity Chicken Salad Pitas Recipes

CHICKEN SALAD PITA SANDWICHES

Prep time is minimal thanks to leftover cooked chicken and bottled salad dressing. Just chill and serve!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Chicken Salad Pita Sandwiches image

Steps:

In small bowl, mix chicken, dressing, cucumber, tomato and cashews. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes until chilled.
Just before serving, spread insides of pita pockets with mayonnaise. Fill pockets with chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

Ingredients

1 cup chopped cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup fat-free honey Dijon dressing
1/4 cup chopped cucumber
1/4 cup chopped tomato
1 tablespoon finely chopped cashews
2 whole wheat pita breads (6 inch), cut in half to form pockets
2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise or salad dressing

FRIED CHICKEN PITAS

These pitas are very different from your usual chicken sandwiches-they use leftover fried chicken! No one will be able to resist these tasty treats. -Jennifer Veneziano, Carmel, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Fried Chicken Pitas image

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dressing, bacon, onions, mustard and pepper. Spoon into pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Ingredients

3 cups thinly sliced fried chicken (including crispy skin)
1 cup coleslaw salad dressing
1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons chopped green onions with tops
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 pita bread halves

EASY FRUITED CHICKEN SALAD

This is a recipe I discovered by accident. While trying to make the Betty Crocker® chicken salad, I discovered I didn't have all the spices. '...quick, what can I substitute...' This has been a family favorite ever since.

Provided by jo1527

Categories Salad

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Easy Fruited Chicken Salad image

Steps:

In a bowl, lightly mix the apple, grapes, pecans, apple pie spice, and mayonnaise together until thoroughly combined; stir in the chicken breast meat. Chill until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 44.4 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 147.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

Ingredients

1 apple, cored and diced
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
½ teaspoon apple pie spice, or to taste
¾ cup mayonnaise
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced

CHICKEN CUCUMBER PITAS

I wanted a good recipe for pitas. Seeing the large stack of garden-fresh cucumbers on my counter, I decided to improvise and create my own filling. It was a huge hit. -Sheena Wellard, Nampa, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Chicken Cucumber Pitas image

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the ranch dressing, mayonnaise, Italian dressing, garlic powder and pepper; pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Fill each pita half with a scant 1/2 cup chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 large cucumber, quartered, seeded and sliced
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped red onion
DRESSING:
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 pita pocket halves

CHICKEN SALAD IN PITAS

Make these delicious chicken salad filled pita bread sandwiches for dinner tonight in just 15 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Steps:

Cut pita breads in half; open to form pockets. Mix remaining ingredients.
Divide chicken mixture among pita bread halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg

Ingredients

2 pita breads (6 inches in diameter)
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed and drained
1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 small mango, peeled, pitted and diced (3/4 cup)

PITA POCKET CHICKEN SALAD

We wanted something cool for lunch one summer day, so I tossed together whatever I had in the refrigerator. This wonderful salad was the result. Guests enjoy the sweet grapes, tender chicken and crunchy almonds...and the always ask for the recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Pita Pocket Chicken Salad image

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, grapes, cucumber, almonds and mozzarella cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Line pita breads with lettuce if desired; fill with chicken salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup chopped cucumber
3/4 cup sliced almonds
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup poppy seed salad dressing
6 pita pocket halves
Leaf lettuce, optional

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS

Pineapple and chicken salad with a sweet dressing, served in a pita pocket for a cool bite in the hot weather.

Provided by DOJAGRAM

Categories Salad

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Tropical Chicken Salad Pita Pockets image

Steps:

Rinse salad thoroughly in a colander; shake as dry as possible and place in a large bowl. Add chicken, pineapple, grapes, tomatoes, blueberries, and salad seasoning and mix together.
Whisk mayonnaise and honey together in a separate bowl. Pour over salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated. Add almonds. Serve in pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 430.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

Ingredients

1 (5 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 (6 ounce) package diced cooked chicken
½ cup fresh pineapple chunks
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon salad seasoning mix (such as Mrs.Dash®)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
6 pita bread rounds, split

CHICKEN-SALAD PITAS

Mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, and celery enliven chicken salad with bursts of wonderful color and flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Chicken-Salad Pitas image

Steps:

Bring 2 cups water, chopped celery, onion, carrot, thyme, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add chicken; cover and simmer until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a bowl; let cool, then shred with 2 forks. Discard contents of pan.
Stir together mayonnaise, lemon juice, and mustard in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in chicken, sliced celery, and almonds. Gently fold in orange segments.
Cut 1 inch from top of each pita to open pocket. Fill each pita with 1 lettuce leaf and 1/2 cup chicken salad.

Ingredients

3 stalks celery, 1 coarsely chopped and 2 thinly sliced
1 medium sweet yellow onion, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, coarsely chopped
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more for seasoning
2 (12 ounces total) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 cup (from one 11-ounce can) canned mandarin orange segments
8 (6- or 8-inch) pita breads
8 lettuce leaves

FRUITY CURRY CHICKEN SALAD

A healthy and tasty chicken salad with a fruity twist - great on a croissant or in a honey pita. Note: This salad is best if eaten the day after preparation. This allows the ingredients time to mingle, giving a fuller flavor. If desired, use nonfat mayonnaise.

Provided by Karen L. Baker

Categories Salad Curry Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Fruity Curry Chicken Salad image

Steps:

In a large bowl combine the chicken, celery, onion, apple, raisins, grapes, pecans, pepper, curry powder and mayonnaise. Mix all together. Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced
1 stalk celery, diced
4 green onions, chopped
1 Golden Delicious apple - peeled, cored and diced
⅓ cup golden raisins
⅓ cup seedless green grapes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder
¾ cup light mayonnaise

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