Mediterranean Chicken Pita
A protein-packed Mediterranean pita stuffed with seasoned chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki. This quick and satisfying meal anchors your blood sugar for a balanced afternoon.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Low energy
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Fatigue
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Batch prep: Double or triple the chicken in the skillet. Cooked, seasoned chicken keeps perfectly in the fridge for up to 4 days for instant lunches.
Do these three things first
- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
Gather as you go
Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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One clear step at a time
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Next: Dice the chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized…
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Dice the chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized…
Dice the chicken breast into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Toss the pieces with a light drizzle of olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
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While the chicken cooks
While the chicken cooks, chop the cucumber and tomato into small, uniform pieces.
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Warm the whole wheat pita bread in…
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in the warm skillet or a toaster for about 30 seconds until soft and pliable.
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Slice the pita in half to open…
Slice the pita in half to open the pockets. Spread the tzatziki sauce inside, then stuff generously with the cooked chicken, cucumber, and tomato.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Batch prep
Batch prep: Double or triple the chicken in the skillet. Cooked, seasoned chicken keeps perfectly in the fridge for up to 4 days for instant lunches.
Deconstruct it
Deconstruct it: If your pita bread is stubborn and tears, simply toast it until crispy, cut it into wedges, and serve everything together as a Mediterranean bowl.
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