Greek Pita Pocket

Pita stuffed with cucumber, feta, olives, and grilled chicken.

Greek Pita Pocket:

A delicious Mediterranean-inspired pita stuffed with juicy grilled chicken, crisp veggies, and creamy feta—perfect for a light yet satisfying meal!

Ingredients

1- For the Grilled Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

2- For the Pita Filling:

• 2 pita breads (whole wheat or regular)
• ½ cup cucumber, diced
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
• ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup shredded lettuce or baby spinach

3- For the Greek Yogurt Sauce (Tzatziki-inspired):

• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Marinate & Grill the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
   • Coat the chicken and let it marinate for 15-30 minutes.
   • Grill over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side, until fully cooked.
   • Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
2. Make the Greek Yogurt Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, and salt.
   • Stir well and set aside.
3. Assemble the Pita Pockets:
   • Warm the pita bread slightly for easy handling.
   • Spread Greek yogurt sauce inside each pita.
   • Stuff with grilled chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta, and lettuce.
4. Serve & Enjoy!
   • Serve fresh with extra sauce on the side.

Tips & Variations:

• Vegetarian Option: Swap chicken for chickpeas or grilled halloumi.
• Extra Flavor: Add roasted red peppers or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
• Meal Prep Friendly: Grill extra chicken and store it for quick lunches.
• Spicy Kick: Mix a pinch of cayenne into the Greek yogurt sauce.

Enjoy your meal!