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Lemony Greek Chicken Pitas

Lemony Greek Chicken Pitas Perfect for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Discover the joy of Lemony Greek Chicken Pitas, a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs juicy protein choice
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil provides moisture
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest for freshness
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice for added tang
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano for authentic flavor
For the Oven-Roasted Fries
  • 2 large Potatoes sliced
  • 1 tsp Paprika for smokiness
For the Pitas
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread whole wheat works well
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt for drizzle
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill for added flavor
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Vegetable Toppings Cucumber, Lettuce, Pickled Onion, Feta

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Oven
  • broiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate Chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano. Add chicken thighs and marinate for 30 min to 6 hours.
  2. Prep Potatoes: Slice potatoes into strips and toss in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika. Spread on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  3. Roast Fries: Preheat oven to 450°F. Roast fries for 20 min, flip, and roast for another 10-15 min until crispy.
  4. Broil Chicken: Preheat broiler. Broil chicken for 6-8 min, flipping halfway, until cooked through.
  5. Warm Pitas: Wrap pita bread in aluminum foil and warm in the oven for 5 min.
  6. Assemble Pitas: Stuff warm pitas with chicken, fries, toppings, and yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes. Experiment with toppings for variety.

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