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Easy Flavor-Packed Greek Chicken Pita Wrap

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A quick and healthy Greek chicken pita wrap featuring juicy marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and homemade tzatziki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual picnics.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup (240g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, peeled and finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large pita breads or flatbreads
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mixed greens or baby spinach
  • Optional: crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  2. Grate the peeled cucumber using a fine grater or microplane. Place grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and chill until ready to use.
  4. Slice cherry tomatoes in halves and thinly slice the red onion. Wash and dry the greens. Crumble feta if using.
  5. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken strips in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Avoid flipping too often.
  6. Warm pita bread by placing in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side or wrap in foil and heat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
  7. Assemble wraps by spreading 2 tablespoons of tzatziki sauce on warm pita, adding mixed greens, onion, tomatoes, cooked chicken strips, and feta if desired. Fold pita over filling and serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Squeeze excess moisture from grated cucumber to prevent watery tzatziki. Use a hot pan for searing chicken and avoid flipping too often. Let chicken rest 3-5 minutes after cooking. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pita or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and omit feta.

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