Italian Chicken Pitas Recipes

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CHICKEN CAESAR PITAS

Enjoy a tender, flavorful chicken Caesar pita with homemade croutons.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14



Chicken Caesar Pitas image

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in a saucepan with garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary; add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat medium-low, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender and no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Remove chicken, let cool, and cut into strips.
  • Meanwhile, place bread cubes on a baking sheet. Spray with butter spray; sprinkle with garlic salt and parsley.
  • Bake bread cubes in preheated oven for 5 minutes. Turn cubes; spray again with butter spray and sprinkle with garlic salt and parsley. Bake another 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown and crunchy. Remove croutons, and let cool.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly browned and crispy. Remove bacon from skillet, drain on paper towels and crumble.
  • Combine chicken, bacon, lettuce, and croutons in a large bowl. Toss with Caesar salad dressing and Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper and toss again. Spoon salad mixture into pita bread halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 77.2 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1351.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
3 slices bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
butter flavored cooking spray
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ pound bacon
1 large head romaine lettuce leaves, torn into bite size pieces
1 (8 ounce) bottle bottled Caesar salad dressing
freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste
salt and black pepper to taste
1 (10 ounce) package (6-inch) pocket pita bread, halved

AVOCADO CHICKEN PITAS

"I've had this recipe for years and usually made it with chicken breasts. Just recently, I started using rotisserie chicken from the store cut into strips. Very quick!" notes Barbara Hunt of Nipomo, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10



Avocado Chicken Pitas image

Steps:

  • Brush one side of each pita bread with oil. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until browned and crisp. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mash avocado with the lemon juice, salt, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Spread over pitas. Layer with chicken, tomato and cheese. , Bake for 5-6 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723 calories, Fat 42g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 1265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

4 whole pita breads
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3/4 pound rotisserie chicken, cut into strips
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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.

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

GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS

I switched up my mom's recipe to create this tasty pita pocket variation. It's delicious and perfect for warm days, with a creamy cucumber sauce that goes great with fresh, crunchy veggies. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17



Greek Grilled Chicken Pitas image

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken in vinaigrette, covered, in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. If grilling the chicken, lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-7 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into strips. Fill each pita half with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and cheese; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 801mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
PITAS:
8 pita pocket halves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

CHICKEN PITA POCKETS

If everybody's hungry and you're crunched for time, reach for a pita pocket. Just slice them open, fill them up and go. Save even more time with chicken tenders. -Jacqueline Parker, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9



Chicken Pita Pockets image

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix oil, thyme, paprika, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt until blended. Add chicken; toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, mayonnaise and remaining salt; spoon into pita halves. Place chicken on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Fill pitas with chicken strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 687mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
2/3 cup mayonnaise
12 whole wheat pita pocket halves

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



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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.

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

TANGY ITALIAN CHICKEN PITAS

The original recipe calls for eating these sandwiches cold, but we prefer to grill them on our George Foreman grill or in a frying pan. Hot or cold, it is a quick way to make a tasty meal! Perfect for those hot summer days or when you're just in a hurry. Low-fat cheese and dressing can lighten up the recipe without sacraficing flavor.

Provided by Tee Lee

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 pita halves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9



Tangy Italian Chicken Pitas image

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, pickled vegetables, cheese, parsley, dressing and oregano in medium bowl; mix well.
  • Line each half with lettuce leaf. Divide chicken mixture evenly among pita pockets.
  • Eat cold, or spray pita halves with cooking spray and lightly brown on an indoor grill or in a frying pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.2, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 62.3, Sodium 512.5, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 26.9

2 cups cooked chicken or 2 cups cooked turkey, chopped
1/3 cup giardiniera, drained (Italian pickled vegetables)
2 ounces provolone cheese, sliced and cut into small cubes
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
4 pita pockets, halved and gently opened
8 leaves romaine lettuce or 8 leaves red leaf lettuce
cooking spray (optional)

ITALIAN CHICKEN PITAS

Add something tasty to your family's Italian dinner! Serve cheesy chicken pitas made with veggies - ready in 25 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10



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Steps:

  • Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat. Add chicken; stir-fry 3 to 4 minutes or until no longer pink in center. Add zucchini, carrot, onion, basil, oregano and pepper; stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in tomato.
  • Cut pita breads in half to form pockets; fill with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 medium carrot, shredded
1 small onion, sliced, separated into rings
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
3 pita (pocket) breads (6 inch)
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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.

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

CHICKEN SOUVLAKI PITAS

These chicken souvlaki pitas are a favorite at our house, especially in summer. With just a few ingredients and a grill, we can enjoy a gourmet-style Greek dinner that's a snap to put together. Of course, a simple Greek salad on the side is a nice addition. - Becky A. Drees, Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10



Chicken Souvlaki Pitas image

Steps:

  • Cut 3 lemons crosswise in half; squeeze juice from lemons. Transfer to a large bowl or shallow dish. Whisk in oil, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate 1 hour. , Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Thinly slice remaining lemon. On 6 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken and lemon slices. Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally. Remove chicken from kabobs; discard lemon slices. Serve chicken in pita pockets with tzatziki sauce and toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

4 medium lemons, divided
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 pita pocket halves
1 carton (8 ounces) refrigerated tzatziki sauce
Optional toppings: Chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber and sliced red onion

CHICKEN CAESAR PITAS

Hand-held and picnic friendly, these chicken-stuffed pockets pack a double dose of whole grains from brown rice and whole wheat pitas. The chicken can be made up to 2 days in advance for a fast-fix lunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10



Chicken Caesar Pitas image

Steps:

  • In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine the first five ingredients; grind until mixture becomes fine. Rub over chicken. , On a greased grill, cook chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. When cool enough to handle, cut into 1/2-in. strips. Refrigerate until chilled., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, romaine and rice. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve in pitas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 10 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65 mg cholesterol, Sodium 919 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44 g carbohydrate (3 g sugars, Fiber 5 g fiber), Protein 31 g protein.

3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon dried mint
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups torn romaine
1 cup ready-to-serve brown rice
1/2 cup reduced-fat Caesar vinaigrette
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves

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