Description
Marinated chicken with lemon and herbs, wrapped in warm pita with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki. A quick and healthy Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
- Warm pita breads in the same pan for about 30 seconds per side.
- To assemble, spread tzatziki sauce on each pita. Top with lettuce, tomato, onion, cucumber, and chicken strips. Roll up tightly and serve.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mediterranean