**Tantalize Your Taste Buds with a Culinary Journey to Greece: Explore Authentic Greek Pita Recipes**
Embark on a delightful culinary expedition to the heart of Greek cuisine with our comprehensive guide to traditional Greek pita recipes. Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect pita bread, a staple of Greek gastronomy, and unleash your inner chef with an array of delectable fillings and toppings. From classic souvlaki and gyros to unique vegetarian and vegan options, our collection caters to every palate, ensuring a tantalizing taste of Greece in every bite. Prepare to savor the flavors of the Mediterranean as you explore the diverse selection of recipes, each offering a unique culinary experience.
GREEK CHICKEN IN A PITA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a blender combine juice, 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, coriander, cumin, salt and pepper and mint or cilantro leaves. Process until smooth and pour over chicken to marinate. Refrigerate chicken and allow to marinate for 30 minutes. In a small bowl stir together yogurt, cucumber and chopped mint.
- In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Heat pitas under a broiler or in a toaster oven. Slice open pitas and stuff with chicken, tomatoes, lettuce and top with yogurt dressing. Serve immediately.
INDIVIDUAL GREEK PITA PIZZAS
A quick, easy, and flavorful Mediterranean-style pizza, made with pita bread and topped with a lemon dressing.
Provided by Lela
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pizza Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Mix lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, and basil in a bowl; whisk oil into lemon juice mixture until dressing is well blended. Brush about 1 tablespoon dressing over pita breads and arrange on baking sheet; reserve remaining dressing.
- Combine spinach, tomatoes, and olives in a large bowl. Pour remaining dressing over vegetables and toss to coat. Divide spinach mixture evenly over each pita; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and feta cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and pitas are lightly toasted, about 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 726.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 51.5 mg, Fat 56.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 1369.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SALAD WITH WARM PITA BREAD FOR WRAPPING
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat grill pan over high heat. Place chicken in shallow dish and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees F. Wrap pita breads in foil. Place in warm oven and heat until dinner is served.
- Combine lemon zest, juice and vinegar in a bowl and whisk in oil. Add oregano, garlic and whisk again to combine into dressing. Pour half the dressing over chicken tenders. Turn tenders in dressing to coat.
- Combine remaining salad ingredients in a bowl. Pour remaining dressing over salad and toss well. The salad should be very lightly dressed. Season salad with salt and pepper and transfer to a large serving platter.
- Grill tenders 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Transfer hot tenders to the salad lined serving platter. Remove pitas from oven and unwrap. Cut pitas in half and arrange around the edge of platter.
- To serve, each person can pile grilled chicken and veggies into pita halves, wrap up on either side and enjoy!
GREEK SALAD PITA SANDWICHES
Provided by Kristen Williams
Categories Sandwich Leafy Green Tomato Picnic Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Back to School Lunch Feta Cucumber Healthy Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk olive oil and red wine vinegar in large bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Mix tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, radishes, and parsley into dressing. Stir in feta cheese. DO AHEAD: Salad can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.
- Using slotted spoon, transfer salad mixture to pita bread halves. Serve sandwiches immediately.
GRILLED CHICKEN, GREEK-STYLE, WITH SALAD AND WARM PITA BREAD FOR
This is a family pleasing dinner recipe, adapted from a Rachael Ray recipe. It's pretty easy to make and gives you all those yummy Greek flavors.
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees F. Wrap the pita breads in foil, and put in the warm oven until dinner is ready.
- Put the chicken into a shallow dish with sides.Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides, to taste.
- Mix the lemon zest and juice with the vinegar and then whisk in the oil. Add the oregano, garlic and whisk it again to make sure it's combined well. Pour about half of this dressing over the chicken strips and turn them to coat.
- Combine all the veggies in a big bowl and toss well with that leftover dressing (don't pour it all in at once. add some and toss the salad and repeat until you reach the right amt of dressing for your liking). Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Grill the chicken strips for about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken strips to your salad bowl/dish when they are cooked through.
- Remove the pitas from your oven and unwrap. Cut pitas in half and then arrange them around your salad bowl/dish.
- To serve, each person can pile on the grilled chicken and veggies onto their pita and wrap it up!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1033.7, Fat 48.8, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 162.8, Sodium 1671.7, Carbohydrate 89.3, Fiber 12.1, Sugar 11.8, Protein 61.3
GRILLED GREEK PITA PIZZAS
This easy flatbread pizza captures classic Mediterranean flavors in every bite. It works equally well as a speedy main dish or an appetizer. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the first six ingredients in a small bowl; toss to combine. Spread hummus over pita breads. Top with artichoke mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Grill pizzas, covered, over medium heat until bottoms are golden brown, 4-5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Fat 34g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 1336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
GREEK PITA BURGERS WITH SPINACH, FETA AND TZATZIKI SAUCE
Easy grilled dinner ready in just 30 minutes! Flavorful ground beef burgers perfect for Mediterranean meals!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place shredded cucumber in clean dish towel; squeeze to remove any excess liquid. In small bowl, mix cucumber and remaining sauce ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large bowl, mix all burger ingredients except buns, tomatoes and lettuce. Shape into 8 patties, 1/4 inch thick. Place patties on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 5 to 8 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons sauce on bottom half of each bun. Top with burger, tomato and lettuce. Cover with top halves of buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 540 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1/2 g
WARM GREEK PITA SANDWICHES WITH TURKEY AND CUCUMBER-YOGURT SAUCE
The perfect ending to the holiday turkey is this Greek-inspired sandwich served in a warmed pita. It is filled with lettuce, tomatoes, and turkey, and topped with a homemade cucumber sauce.
Provided by Ben S.
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Adjust oven rack to middle position. Heat oven to 300 degrees.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream, yogurt, cucumber, vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
- Place pitas in oven; bake until warm and pliable, 7 minutes. Cut in half. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Carefully add onion; saute until spotty brown but still crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Add turkey, oregano and remaining minced garlic; continue to saute until heated through, another 2 minutes.
- Serve, letting guests fill their own pitas with lettuce first, followed by turkey, tomatoes and cucumber sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 729.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
TANDOORI SPICED CHICKEN PITA PIZZA WITH GREEK YOGURT AND CILANTRO
My family and I are big picnickers, and I'm always looking for new dishes to try in the great outdoors. The amazing flavors at our favorite Indian restaurant inspired these mini pizzas. -Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For sauce, mix 1/2 cup yogurt and cilantro. In a large bowl, mix spices and remaining yogurt; stir in chicken to coat., Place chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until no longer pink, 2-3 minutes per side. Grill pita breads until warmed, about 1 minute per side., Spread pitas with sauce. Top with chicken, cheese, tomato and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY GREEK PITA APPETIZERS TO MAKE THIS SPRING
Delicious appetizers for brunch or dinner with whipped feta cheese spread, toasted pita wedges and an assortment of toppings.
Provided by Marilena Leavitt
Categories Spring Appetizers
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the Feta, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper in a small food processor and process until fairly smooth.
- Add the extra virgin olive oil in a slow, steady stream while continuing to pulse (you may need more or less olive oil, depending on the consistency you desire). Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour. Bring to room temperature, stir again and serve.
- Gather all the toppings to assemble the Greek pita appetizers.
- Lightly toast the pita bread, cut into wedges, and set aside.
- Spread some whipped Feta cheese spread on each pita.
- For the salmon-topped pita wedges. Using a vegetable peeler, cut a baby cucumber into ribbons and then slice a few baby radishes with a very sharp knife. Place on the pita wedges. Top with thin slices of smoked salmon, a few fresh dill sprigs, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- For the tomato and cucumber-topped pita wedges. In a small bowl, toss a few heirloom cherry tomato halves, baby cucumber slices, chopped Kalamata olives, sliced shallots, olive oil and oregano. Top the pita wedges with the mixture and sprinkle with some sea salt.
- For the radish and edamame-topped pita wedges. Slice a couple of baby radishes very thinly and place them on the pita wedges. Top with cooked edamame, minced red onion, a sprinkle of sea salt, and a drizzle of olive oil.
BEEFY GREEK PITA FOLDS
Enjoy these delicious pita bread sandwiches packed with ground beef and veggies - Greek dinner ready in just 20 minutes!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, cook ground beef, onion, garlic, oregano and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked. Drain. Stir in olives.
- Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together cucumber, tomato, yogurt, dill and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- On each of 4 individual serving plates, Spoon 1/4 of beef mixture on half of each pita. Top each with yogurt mixture; fold other half of pita over filling. Serve with remaining yogurt mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g
CUCUMBER YOGURT DIP WITH GREEK PITA CHIPS
This is an easy delicious recipe adapted from Semi-Homemade Cooking with Sandra Lee. Great for parties, or hanging out!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Yogurt Dip:.
- Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and grate into a medium mixing bowl. Add yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Stir to mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with the toasted pitas chips.
- Pita Chips:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray(or use olive oil on a piece of paper towel and wipe over baking sheet); set aside.
- Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles.
- Place on baking sheet, in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; let cool. Enjoy!
GREEK PITA PIZZAS
Pita bread is the crust for these single-serving pizzas that get Mediterranean flair from olives, spinach and feta cheese. Breadsticks and a wedge of iceberg lettuce drizzled with salad dressing (pictured above right) make fine pizza partners. Or serve an appetizer of fresh vegetables with dip, then cap off the meal with lemon Italian ice.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brush pitas with 1 tablespoon oil. Place on a baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine the olives, vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, pepper and remaining oil. Spread over pitas; top with spinach, feta cheese, tomato and Parmesan cheese. Broil 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts :
SLOW COOKER GREEK CHICKEN PITA RECIPE - (4.3/5)
Provided by bns0607
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a slow cooker, combine onion, garlic, chicken, lemon pepper, oregano, and allspice. Mix to coat chicken with seasonings. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours. Heat pita bread as directed on package. Meanwhile, remove chicken from slow cooker to cutting board. Using two forks, shred chicken. To serve, stir yogurt into onion mixture in slow cooker. Spoon chicken into warm pita bread pockets. With slotted spoon, transfer onion mixture onto chicken. Top with tomato, cucumber and red pepper strips.
GREEK-STYLE BEEF PITA
Stir-fried beef is stuffed into pitas and topped with your family's favorite veggies like cucumbers and olives.
Provided by Beef. It's What's for Dinner.
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Beef. It's What's for Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stack beef steaks; cut lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1-inch wide strips. Combine beef and lemon pepper in medium bowl.
- Heat 2 teaspoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 1/2 of beef; stir-fry 1 to 3 minutes or until outside surface of beef is no longer pink. (Do not overcook.) Remove from skillet. Repeat with remaining beef, adding remaining 1 teaspoon oil to skillet, if necessary.
- Spread hummus evenly in pita pockets. Fill with equal amounts of beef and toppings, as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 886.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
GREEK PITA POCKETS
Filled with sausage, onion, Greek olives, wild mushrooms, spinach leaves, and feta cheese, these Greek pita pockets are served with a delicious lemon yogurt. Shared credit: Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Inc.
Provided by Saputo
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In small bowl, stir together yogurt and lemon juice; set aside.
- In nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage, stirring frequently and crumbling for 2 minutes. Add onion, olives, and mushrooms; cook 4 minutes more.
- Add spinach leaves and cook until wilted and sausage is fully cooked, about 1 to 3 minutes. Add eggs and cook, stirring constantly until almost dry. Remove from heat and stir in feta.
- Stuff each pita half with feta-egg mixture. Serve immediately with lemon yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 317.3 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 895.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
GREEK PITA VEGGIE PIZZAS
Colorful, crunchy and packed with fresh veggies and flavor, these quick pizzas taste just like a Greek salad. Whole-wheat pitas were never more delicious! -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet; spread with spaghetti sauce. Top with remaining ingredients., Bake at 350° for 8-12 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEK CHICKEN PITA POCKETS - CROCK POT!
I have been making a lot of greek food lately, and was looking for a hot sandwich filling I could use. I found this on another site, and it looks very tasty. I haven't tried it yet, but putting it on zaar for safe-keeping.
Provided by Bekah
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 6h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chicken in greased crock pot.
- Top the chicken with onions, lemon pepper and oregano.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- 10 minutes before serving, remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
- It should just fall apart.
- Put the shredded meat back into the pot.
- Stir in the yogurt.
- To make the sandwich, split open your pita bread and spoon the chicken inside.
- This would be wonderful with some sliced tomatoes and cucumbers and some hummus on the side.
- Enjoy!
GREEK SAUSAGE PITA PIZZAS
I turned my favorite sandwich into a pizza. It's great for lunch or dinner but don't forget it when you're having a bunch of people over. It makes a great appetizer, too. -Marion McNeill, Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking up sausage into large crumbles; drain., Meanwhile, place pita breads on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned and almost crisp., Top pita breads with sausage mixture, tomatoes, avocado and cheese. Bake 3-4 minutes longer or until heated through. Top with cucumbers; drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 632 calories, Fat 40g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 1336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
SLOW-COOKER GREEK CHICKEN PITA FOLDS
Enjoy these pita bread fold sandwiches for a hearty dinner. Slow cooked chicken thighs dressed in Yoplait® 99% Fat Free plain yogurt and herb seasoning mix make a delicious filling.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 6h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix onion, garlic, lemon-pepper seasoning, oregano and allspice. Add chicken; coat with seasoning mixture.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.
- About 10 minutes before serving, heat pita bread folds as directed on package. Meanwhile, remove chicken from cooker; place on plate. Stir yogurt into onion mixture. Shred chicken by pulling apart with 2 forks. Spoon chicken onto warm pita breads. Spoon onion mixture, using slotted spoon, onto chicken. Top with tomato and cucumber. Fold pita breads in half to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all of your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher and higher quality your ingredients are, the better your pita bread will taste. Look for fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices.
- Don't overwork the dough: When you're kneading the dough, be careful not to overwork it. Overworking the dough will make it tough and chewy.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: When you're letting the dough rise, make sure you place it in a warm place. This will help the dough rise properly.
- Cook the pita bread over medium heat: When you're cooking the pita bread, be sure to cook it over medium heat. Cooking the pita bread over high heat will burn it.
Conclusion:
Greek pita bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be used in a variety of dishes. Whether you're using it to make sandwiches, wraps, or dips, pita bread is sure to be a hit. With these tips and recipes, you can easily make your own Greek pita bread at home.
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